Main duties of the job
You will identify and address any barriers to promoting a social model of mental disorder, in partnership with service user, their family and support network and the multi-disciplinary AMHT.
You will provide expertise with regards to application of the Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.
* To participate in and contribute to the multi-disciplinary team, articulating the social perspective of mental health and ensuring that meeting the social care needs of service users retains a high priority and profile within the functioning of the team.
* To undertake Care Act or s.117 aftercare eligibility assessments some of which will be for people presenting with highly complex needs using your profession specific knowledge and skills.
* Intervene and show professional leadership and skill in situations characterised by high levels of social, family and interpersonal complexity and risk.
* To formulate social care support plans following the requirements of the Care Act 2014 and s.117 aftercare eligibility using the process required by the Local Authority.
* To identify and able to facilitate assessment of carer’s needs and implement appropriate support plan
Working for our organisation
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:
“Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”
Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
* Excellent opportunities for career progression
* Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
* 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
* NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
* Competitive pension scheme
* Lease car scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Mental Health First Aiders
* Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)
* Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the “supporting statement” element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
Person specification
Education and Training
* Professional Qualification (Degree or equivalent)
* Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
* Post graduate education specifically relating to client group (Post basic qualification in community care/ research awareness/ management & leadership)
Occupational Experience
* To have appropriate, relevant experience which should include a thorough understanding of working within community mental health services.
* To have experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
* To understand and have experience of Risk Management
* To have a good understanding of Clinical Governance
* To understand the legal responsibilities of the profession
* To have experience of supervising student placements.
* To have experience of supervising other staff
Skills required – IT / Admin
* To have excellent English verbal and written communication skills
* To be able to prioritise effectively
* To show evidence of sound problem solving skills
* To be able to work collaboratively as part of a team
Personal Qualities
* To be able to manage in a stressful working environment and with emotional or aggressive patients/or carers
* Able to use own initiative when appropriate
* Able to challenge and be challenged
* Able to build rapport
Other Requirements
* To comprehend and work within the Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities, Health & Safety and to meet the diverse needs of patients
* Able to travel to undertake work and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post & Able to comply with Manual Handling policies and guide lines
* To be able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
* Car driver with car available for work
Telephone: 07884 996920
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