Social Worker - Integrated Hospital Team
Job Description
Job summary
Manx Care is offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join our Integrated Hospital Social Work Team on the beautiful Isle of Man. Were dedicated to shifting care from hospital to home, as we know recovery is better when patients are in their familiar surroundings.
Main duties of the job
In this role, youll work closely with patients, families, and healthcare providers to assess needs, plan care, and ensure smooth transitions from hospital to home. Youll play a key part in improving the discharge process for patients with complex needs, helping them access the right services for a successful recovery. If youre passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a supportive team, wed love to hear from you!
About us
By joining Manx Care on the Isle of Man youll be stepping away from NHS pressures and demands, as the Islands healthcare system is similar but separate to the UK NHS. We provide lots of opportunities for professional learning and CPD, this includes use of our well-resourced education and training centre. At many of our locations youll have access to free on-site car parking. People who relocate here can also get a refund on their National Insurance contributions for the first year of living here. In addition, we offer generous relocation packages for most of our roles! On the Isle of Man you can benefit from great lifestyle opportunities, a safe environment and great schools. Manx residents benefit from lower tax rates compared to most countries in the EU.
Job responsibilities
A workplace that invests in you
A competitive salary that increases each 12 months until you reach the salary maximum.
A generous annual leave entitlement, a Privilege Day and 10 Bank Holidays; your annual leave will increase after your first year and again after your third year.
Subject to meeting eligibility criteria, the IOM Public Service offers two pension arrangements: the Isle of Man Government Unified Scheme 2011 or the Isle of Man Government Defined Contribution (DC) Arrangement.
Access to the Learning, Education and Development training facility, which is exclusively for Public Service employees, to keep on top of your continuous professional development.
You may be eligible for a Blue Light Card, unlocking a wide range of exclusive discounts on shopping, food and leisure activities at hundreds of popular high street and online retailers.
Free access to the Isle of Man Government Staff Welfare Service which offers professional counselling, emotional support and sign-posting on a wide range of issues.
Ability to apply for an unpaid career break after 3 years' service.
Access to the Isle of Man Public Service Cycle to Work scheme after your first year of employment.
Access to the Noble's Hospital staff canteen where you can purchase affordable meals, drinks and snacks.
Free car parking.
A relocation package of up to £7,000 based on receipts is available for this role. Housing Assistance is also available where the Department will pay the difference between your current mortgage/rent bill, and that of your new accommodation on the Isle of Man, up to a maximum of £250 per month. To find out more about our relocation package click here.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Social Work Professional
- Qualification (e.g. BA/MA Post Graduate
- Diploma in Social Work, Dip. SW,
- CQSW).
Experience
Essential
- Sufficient relevant experience as a
- social worker.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Manx Care
Address
Nobles Hospital & Ramsey
District Cottage Hospital
Douglas
Isle Of Man
IM4 4RJ
Employer's website
https://www.gov.im/about-the-government/departments/health-and-social-care/ (Opens in a new tab)