Social Worker

• An experienced social worker with knowledge and skills in palliative care
• Passion and motivation to improve patient and carer experience
• Strong understanding of The Mental Capacity Act and Adult Safeguarding legislation
• An adept and supportive member of the multidisciplinary team

• Embrace and implement the vision and values of Moya Cole Hospice.
• Work within statutory duties and promote best practice of relevant legislation including The Mental Capacity Act 2005, The Care Act 2014 and Adult Safeguarding.
• In conjunction with the Patient and Family Support Team Leader/Advanced Social Worker, liaise with key stakeholders and external providers ensuring that the hospice maintains a high profile across health and social care.
• Maintain high standards of professional practice to ensure quality and safety of patient care, experience and the patient journey.
• Actively participate in mentoring/coaching of self and others.
• Actively engage in the organisational reporting system and action monitor findings in relation to clinical services.
• Contribute, implement and maintain hospice policies to propose and implement changes to local policies relevant to patient and carer support.
• Assess and directly provide specialist palliative social work interventions both within the hospice and community settings with a focus on what matters most.
• Foster good working relationships and effectively communicate with members of the multi-disciplinary team, users of the service and other health and social care professionals.
• Work within the multidisciplinary team to lead and manage patient flow and clinical activity demonstrating innovative solutions to maximise resources.

Essential

• Be committed to and maintain their own continuous professional development in-line with Social Work England requirements.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance.
• Proactively contribute to the development of services to ensure effective use of resources.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Receive and analyse complex information.
• Be proficient in accessing and inputting client information on electronic patient records and other administrative systems.
• Organise and prioritise their workload and time effectively.
• Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.