Interests Assessor

Joining our Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Service (MCA/DoLS) as a
Best Interests Assessor(BIA),you’llbe an integral part of our team.

You’llhelp to implementsafeguardsprovidinglegal protection for people who lack capacity and may be deprived of their liberty, ensuring their

Human

Rights areupheldin line with Article 5 of the Human Rights Act.

You'llthrive in a supportive team environmentwheresharing experiences and learning from each other is encouraged.

You'llhave opportunities toparticipatein group and individual reflective practice, allowing you to expand and develop your knowledge and expertise.

• Carrying our Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards assessments virtually and face-to-face, in line with current legislation and guidance.
• Assessing complex,high priority referrals and providing an independent review of restrictive care arrangements.
• Promoting individuals’ rights and welfare, and role-modelling best practice across the directorate.
• Collaborating in a multi-disciplinary manner, effectively negotiating with individuals, their families,carersand other professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Regularlyparticipatingin the BIA duty function, triaging referrals, and responding to requests for advice related to MCA/DoLS.

• Best Interests Assessor qualification.
• Qualified Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Chartered Psychologist, registered with the relevant professional body.
• Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and developments.
• Excellent relationship management and mediationskills.
• Commitment to empathetic, person-centred practice and dedication to upholding the rights of the individuals you assess.

• Professional development:Continuous learning and supportive supervision.
• Work-life balance:Enjoy a fulfilling career with a good balance between work and home life, including flexible working options including a 9-day fortnight, compressed hours, etc.
• Employee support:Access to Health Assured's comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme to support your physical and mental wellbeing, including 24/7 telephone support, a suite of online resources, and legal and financial advice.
• Enhancements:Senior Social Workers are eligible for a market supplementof £3,000 per annumupon completion of their Excellent Practice Validation portfolio.
• Competitivebenefitspackage
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  Including generous annual leave entitlement, occupational sick pay, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

Our team are home-based, soyou’llhave nominimumrequirement for coming to the office, however you will be expected to travel countywide to carry out assessments, as well as attending the office on occasion to meet with the team.

To learn more about this role, please review our Candidate Pack available on our website. Please click on the Apply button for details.

Applicants can expect to hear from us within two weeks of the advertised closing date.

Other job titles you may be searching for: BIA, Social Worker, Nurse, Occupational Therapist, OT, Psychologist, Senior Social Worker, Social Work Practitioner.