Sirona Medical Social Work department is currently seeking a qualified and motivated Social Worker to join Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team (CNRT) and the Neuro-rehab Enhanced Transition Team (NETT) on an agency basis.
About Us
The Sirona Medical Social Work department is a leading provider of social work services within the healthcare sector. We are dedicated to offering compassionate and high-quality care to Children/Adults and their families.
As part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you will have access to locum and permanent opportunities nationwide.
Sirona Medical Social Work department recruit Social Workers, ranging from entry-level positions to Head of Service.
Position Overview
We are currently looking for a qualified and motivated Social Worker to join our agency at Sirona Medical Social Work department. This is an exciting opportunity to work with multidisciplinary teams, alongside Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Neuropsychologists, Nurses, Doctors, and rehab support workers.
Your role:
- Collaborative working, contributing your social care expertise to holistic patient plans and attending weekly in person MDM meetings for both NETT and CNRT in addition to online huddles
- Provide crucial adult social care interventions, including Care Act Assessments, MCA, Safeguarding, advice, information, and referrals, all with a focus on achieving both individual patient goals and service targets for efficient patient flow and hospital admission avoidance.
- Support the NETT team facilitating smooth transitions for complex neurological patients from hospital/rehab units back into the community. Your short term, intensive support (up to 12 weeks) will directly contribute to reducing hospital stays and preventing readmissions. - Within CNRT, you'll work with individuals over 18 with a range of neurological conditions, providing vital support for recovery, managing difficulties, and promoting wellbeing. Your understanding of progressive conditions and the importance of ongoing neuro disability management will be key.
- Manage your case work with a degree of autonomy, utilising your professional judgment while benefiting from the support and guidance of your Deputy Team Manager.
- Empowering patients to achieve their goals and maximise their rehabilitation potential.
- Essential skills in delivering adult social care interventions, a strong understanding of the principles of neurorehabilitation, ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment with a focus on short-term interventions and achieving outcomes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and ability to manage your own workload and work with a degree of autonomy.
Qualifications
- BA Honors or Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Social Work England Registration
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Full UK driver’s license and access to vehicle (if applicable)
- At least three years of post-qualifying experience employed directly within an LA children's service in England
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Empathetic, patient-centered approach with a dedication to providing high-quality care.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Why Join Us?
Working within the Sirona Medical Social Work department, you’ll be part of a passionate and dedicated team from your own designated compliance officer, Recruitment Consultant and seamless payroll team. We offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and ongoing professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career.
How to Apply
If you are a qualified social worker looking to make a positive impact in the lives of Children and Families and Vulnerable Adults, apply today to become part of the Sirona Medical Social Work department. Please submit your CV and cover letter to socialwork@sirona-medical.co.uk or call on 0208 050 2999
If you are actively seeking work but this role does not align to your experience, please do not hesitate to contact one of the consultants at Sirona Medical Social Work department and one of our consultants would love to speak to you!
Please note that Sirona Medical Social Work department do not offer sponsorship opportunities.
