https://jobs.co.uk/job/adults-social-worker-hospital-discharge-team-connect2hackney--0f459b70-a1fb-486c-8d5c-b7179a4c68e1 RSS feed for Adults Social Worker - Hospital Discharge Team at Connect2Hackney. en-gb Tue, 25 Aug 2026 21:40:52 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/adults-social-worker-hospital-discharge-team-connect2hackney--0f459b70-a1fb-486c-8d5c-b7179a4c68e1 https://jobs.co.uk/job/adults-social-worker-hospital-discharge-team-connect2hackney--0f459b70-a1fb-486c-8d5c-b7179a4c68e1 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Hackney Central | Salary: £32/hour | Type: Contract | Are you an experienced Adult Social Worker looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to people''s lives at a critical point in their journey? Hackney Council is seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join its Hospital Discharge Team, supporting adults with complex needs to achieve safe, timely, and sustainable discharges from hospital back into the community. The role sits within a community mental health social work team and focuses on ensuring individuals receive the right support to transition safely from inpatient settings to community living. About the Role As a Hospital Discharge Social Worker, you will work closely with hospital wards, community mental health teams, health professionals, housing services, carers, and external partners to coordinate effective discharge planning from admission through to community reintegration. Key responsibilities include: Completing Care Act assessments using a strengths-based approach. Coordinating safe and legally compliant hospital discharges. Supporting Section 117 aftercare planning where applicable. Arranging appropriate care and support packages. Managing safeguarding concerns and risk assessments... Contract