Medical Social Worker - Waterford
Cpl Healthcare in partnership with University Hospital Waterford is recruiting for a Medical Social Worker based in Waterford.
About the Role
The successful candidate will work as a main grade Medical Social Worker in University Hospital Waterford. The post holder will work alongside their multidisciplinary colleagues on their designated ward, assisting in the provision of health and social care for people accessing those services.
Contributing to positive patient care planning is essential. The successful candidate must demonstrate strength in managing a fluctuating caseload whilst providing quality of care to those they support, optimising their physical, mental and emotional health during their hospital presentation.
Purpose of the Position
The purpose of this position is to support patients in their hospital recovery journey, identify supports and ways to respond to their health and implement strategies to ensure they transition into the community safely.
Key Responsibilities
* Be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
* Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
* Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
Requirements
To be eligible for this role, you must possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Be registered in the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
- Maintain live annual registration on the Social Workers Register maintained by the Social Workers Registration Board at CORU.
- Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
How to Apply
For more information, please forward your CV to Holly @ Holly.
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