Approved section 12 doctors needed for DoLS Team. Swansea Council is looking for Approved section 12 doctors to complete assessments for the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team. You would be working on a self-employed basis and to complete both a Form 3a and 4 we pay £180 (this is also inclusive of mileage).
Further Information
You will need excellent interpersonal and report writing skills.
You will need access to a laptop and phone.
You will be able to work flexibly and complete as many assessments as fits in with your other commitments each week. In return you will have access to legal updates and internal training and will be supported by an experienced and knowledgeable DoLS team.
Doctors will need to be section 12 Mental Health Act 1983 approved.
Section 12 doctors must also be insured in respect of any liabilities that might arise in connection with carrying out the role and have a valid Disclosure and Barring Service certificate.
For further information please email DoLS@swansea.gov.uk or for an informal chat please ring Sian Rowlands- 01792 636142
Safeguarding
Within Swansea Council there is a "Safeguarding is Everybody's Business" principle, and this applies to all Swansea Council employees, elected members, volunteers and contractors. Further details can be found at https://www.swansea.gov.uk/corporatesafeguarding
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