Discharge Planner / Social Worker at Faircape Group

Specific duties include but is not limited to the following:

Discharge planning at Tokai Sub-Acute

• Coordinate and manage discharge planning process according to the procedure. 
• Attend and participate in appropriate Multidisciplinary meetings. 
• Assist patients and families with discharge arrangement as identified in the Multidisciplinary meetings. 
• Scheduling and facilitation of family meetings of patients identified.
• Provide emotional support and refer to a psychologist if ongoing support is needed.
• Advocate for the best interest of the patient.
• Report suspicious of abuse or neglect according to the guidelines set out in the Older Persons Act 13 of 2006
• Provide feedback and communication to the appropriate MDT’s.
• Identifying needs for the group intervention or training as discussed with management.
• Assist with staff training within area of skill and competence
• Provide health education/promotion written materials or presentations to residents/families

Requirements:

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work 

Experience and Knowledge

• 2 years experience working in a similar role 
• 1 year in hospital case management discharge planning or related medical field will be beneficial 
• Knowledge pertaining to external private and government frail cares and home care services will be beneficial
• Knowledge of the Older Person Act 

Skills and Attributes

• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Deadline driven
• Able to perform under pressure
• Demonstrate respect for the individuality of the patients and families
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships
• Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking abilities with proactive decision making and negotiation skills