Job Title: Social Worker
Location: Dublin
Hours: 35 hours per week
Reporting to: Senior Medical Social Worker
Salary: 48124 – 69540
TTM Healthcare are working with a leading private hospital in Ireland, dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care with state-of-the-art technology. As their team continues to expand, we’re seeking a dedicated Social Worker who is passionate about supporting patients and their families through challenging times. If you’re a professional committed to making a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Purpose:
As a Social Worker, you will provide essential emotional and practical support to patients across all wards. Working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll play a key role in guiding patients through their hospital journey, offering counselling, discharge planning, and advocacy services to ensure they have the resources and support needed for their recovery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Support: Deliver compassionate counselling, information, and support services tailored to the needs of patients and their families.
- Social Work Services: Conduct thorough assessments, assist with discharge planning, and connect patients with community resources to ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Act as a consultant to our healthcare team on the psychosocial aspects of patient care, arranging case conferences and working closely with medical, nursing, and allied health professionals.
- Community Liaison: Partner with community health services and other agencies to guarantee continuous care and support for patients beyond their hospital stay.
- Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional education, maintain required registrations, and attend workshops and conferences to stay informed on best practices.
- Communication: Keep accurate and detailed patient records, share relevant information with the healthcare team, and contribute positively in team meetings to support a collaborative environment.
Qualifications:
- Essential: National Qualification in Social Work (NQSW)
- CORU registration.
- Ideally have Medical Social Work experience but not essential
- Skills: Proficiency with IT systems, including Windows and Office software.
To hear more about this role please call Roisin on 01-5134908 or apply today with your updated CV