Band 6 Locum Acute Occupational Therapist
Woolwich Centre Wellington Street , Greater London
Job Title: Social Care Assessor
Employer: Royal Borough of Greenwich Council
Location: South East London Social Services
Area: Adults – Acute / Learning Disabilities
Band: 6 (suitable for Occupational Therapy Assistant)
Salary: £24.67 per hour
Job Type: Locum
Contract Length: Ongoing
Job Details:
Social Care Assessor required to support the discharge of clients from acute hospital settings in the Hospital Integrated Discharge Team. Suitable for an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Responsibilities:
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Complete strength-based, person-centred Care Act assessments.
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Commission care/placements and liaise with clients, families, and other professionals/agencies.
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Produce high-quality written work in a fast-paced environment.
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Manage expectations of partner agencies to ensure safe and timely discharges.
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Chair or participate in multi-disciplinary meetings as required.
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Apply sound knowledge of issues affecting older people and people with disabilities.
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Identify safeguarding concerns, complete enquiries, and apply safeguarding legislation.
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Conduct Mental Capacity assessments, make best interest decisions, and apply the Care Act and Human Rights Act appropriately.
Skills/Experience:
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Experience in Adults Social Care.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills for managing complex and sometimes challenging situations.
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In-depth understanding of the legislative framework for Adult Social Care, including Safeguarding Adults, the Care Act, the Mental Capacity Act, and Human Rights Act.
Working Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday.
Code: U. RQ1605436.017009.B18187