Adults Social Worker- Hospital Discharge - Reed : Job Details

Our client, Manchester Council, is seeking an Adults Social Worker to join their Hospital Discharge Team.

Fantastic payrate of £30 per hour!

Are you an Adults Social Worker, passionate about making a difference in your community? Do not miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Responsibilities of this role:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) to coordinate timely and safe hospital discharges for adults with care and support needs.
• Conduct Care Act 2014 assessments to identify ongoing care requirements and develop person-centred care plans.
• Apply a strengths-based approach to promote independence and support recovery in line with the 2024 Hospital Discharge and Community Support Guidance.
• Navigate and implement appropriate discharge pathways (0–3), ensuring continuity of care and appropriate community or residential placements.
• Liaise with Care Transfer Hubs to manage complex discharges and secure interim or long-term care arrangements.
• Safeguard vulnerable adults by identifying risks and ensuring appropriate interventions, including referrals to advocacy services where necessary.
• Support unpaid carers and families, ensuring their involvement in discharge planning and access to carer assessments.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Human Rights Act 1998.

Requirements of this role:

• Must be a Qualified Social Worker, registered with Social Work England.
• Must have minimum of 3 years post qualifying social work experience

Benefits of working through Reed, include:

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultant.
• Aftercare service delivered by Candidate Care Team.
• Free CV building and Interview support.
• Free DBS checks.
• Weekly payroll.
• PAYE payroll option with additional benefits including holiday pay, healthcare, pension plus more.
• CPD contributions.
• Access to full UK jobs market with top tier status across many public and private sector clients.
• Supporting the Reed Foundation which has given £9.5m to charity since 2010.

Does this role interest you? Apply today!