Social Worker - Adult Service

The Integrated Single Point of Access (iSPA) have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our dynamic and dedicated team in the early intervention and hospital discharge service. The team in based within University Hospital of Hartlepool.

The team is the initial point of contact for all adults and aims to promote independence throughout intervention, whether this is a support service, advice/guidance or signposting. Working with a strengths based approach alongside colleagues within health and social care, the team work closely with the Community Hubs within the town to maintain awareness of support networks available with a Community Led Support approach., Under the umbrella of Safeguarding you will undertake social care assessments, planning and monitor and review packages of support. You will need good administrative skills and a proven experience of developing, maintaining and inputting information on electronic based systems. You will be able to demonstrate sound analytical skills and affective decision-making within appropriate timescales; demonstrate a person-centered approach and be able to act in a tactful and sensitive manner with people who access services.

The successful applicant will receive regular supervision and an Annual Review, be well supported and have opportunities in respect of their career development, including experiencing a variety of roles within adult social care.

Hartlepool Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to undertake a DBS check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

You should have recent relevant experience of working in a Social Care Management setting dealing with enquiries from the public or agencies. A sound knowledge base and understanding of roles and responsibilities within Social Care is essential, ideally including knowledge of current developments and service pathways.

Hartlepool Borough Council is committed to providing high quality services to the people of Hartlepool. Devoting resources, energy and imagination; promoting well-being through effective social care partnerships.