£24,481 (FTE £40,803) 3 days per week. Fixed term contract - 6 months, Maternity Cover.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Social Worker to join our multi-disciplinary team at the Hospice of the Good Shepherd on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover.
You will be a key member of the multi-disciplinary team, dedicated to improving palliative and end-of-life care for patients and their families. The successful candidate will have a positive outlook, be emotionally resilient, and be able to work effectively with people experiencing significant distress. You will demonstrate the ability to work efficiently while recognising the importance of empathy, sensitivity, discretion and confidentiality when supporting patients, families, colleagues and members of the public.
The post holder will:
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Function as an integral member of the hospice multi-disciplinary team, contributing to holistic care planning and providing support that addresses the complex social, psychological and emotional needs of people approaching the end of life or living with a palliative diagnosis.
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Use patient-identified goals and an understanding of individual social and psychological needs to contribute to multidisciplinary care and discharge planning.
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Play a key role in initiating conversations and supporting the implementation of Advance Care Planning decisions.
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Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, supporting the MDT in applying the principles and requirements of the Mental Capacity Act and Care Act, safeguarding patients' rights, autonomy and wellbeing, and delivering mandatory safeguarding training.
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Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of grief and loss on patients, families and those important to them.
The successful candidate will be able to:
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Demonstrate the ability to identify and respond to the emotional, psychological and cultural needs of patients and those important to them.
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Work collaboratively as part of a wider integrated team, demonstrating strong leadership, communication and relationship-building skills.
You will be joining a friendly and welcoming team with a shared commitment to enhancing the quality of life of the individuals in our care and supporting their families throughout their journey.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
The Hospice is a great place to work and volunteer. Based in Backford, Chester (with retail shops in Chester and Ellesmere Port), the Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care in a welcoming and compassionate environment.
Our specialist team of medical and nursing staff deliver end of life care to our patients and support their families, carers and friends but our services are varied across a number of disciplines and reflect the diverse nature of our care and support. In addition to Doctors, Nurses and Health care roles, we employ staff in a wide range of roles including Fundraising and Retail in our charity shops, Housekeeping and Catering, Social Work and Family Support such as Counselling and Spiritual Care, Living Well / Day Services as well as Business Support functions such as Administration, People & Development and Finance.
We also have a large number of Volunteer roles in all these service areas. We have been supported by our volunteers ever since the hospice was established and we now have over 400 people contributing their time in so many different ways. Every hour volunteered allows us to continue providing specialist care and we are always welcoming applications for new volunteers so please get in touch.
