An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to take on a key role within St Helens Borough Council working as a Social Work assessor within the Integrated Continuing Healthcare Team. The team are responsible for assessment, review and care management of individuals with a range of complex needs.
Under the guidance and support of the Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager, the post will involve assessing individuals for NHS Continuing Healthcare in line with the National Framework for NHS Continuing Healthcare and NHS Funded Nursing Care. The Social Worker will promote best practice and provide professional advice to Nursing Homes and other providers, liaising with colleagues from other disciplines both internally and externally to the LA/CCG.
The post also includes case management, review and monitoring of cases and to provide support on a duty rota. The post holder will also be responsible for updating and amending care plans as required and will need experience in working on an electronic record management system.
We are looking for an individual who is passionate about the delivery of quality care for the residents of St Helens. You will possess excellent communication skills and be able to build effective internal and external relationships.
This Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its clients and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure and Social Work England Registration.
Council employees are required to abide by the ethical standards embodied by the 7 NOLAN principles of conduct in public life. These include selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership.
We welcome applications from the BAME community.
If you believe you have the skills, enthusiasm and passion to join our CHC team, we would love to hear from you.
For informal discussion about the position please contact Debbie Walters, Team Manager on 07565204567 or Lisa Richards, Head of Continuing Healthcare on 07795332400
