If you have a passion for supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and their support networks and have an interest in ensuring the correct frameworks are in place when supporting in community settings, the Specialist Health Community Learning Disability Team are looking to appoint a Best Interest Assessor to lead and support the applications to the Court of Protection under the Deprivations of Liberty framework.
Main duties of the job
To coordinate DPT LD contribution to the Deprivation of Liberty Service Act as a focal point for DPT LD, BIA/D)Lss and other mental capacity issues Provide high quality Deprivation of Liberty Assessment and advice service based on the Mental Capacity Act legislation and DPT's policies and objectives. Raise awareness on MCA and DOLS issues in DPT LD services Carry out DOL Assessments within the appropriate timescales across a range of service users in various locations (mainly hospitals and care homes) and complete all appropriate recording of these assessments. About us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do. Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust's core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile, making time for people, challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part-time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Job responsibilities
Job Purpose The Post holder will be part of the learning disability service contributing to the effective provision of Deprivation of Liberty assessments and issues that arise from that including referral to the Court of Protection To coordinate DPT LD contribution to the Deprivation of Liberty Service Act as a focal point for DPT LD, BIA/D)Lss and other mental capacity issues Provide high quality Deprivation of Liberty Assessment and advice service based on the Mental Capacity Act legislation and DPT's policies and objectives. Raise awareness on MCA and DOLS issues in DPT LD services Carry out DOL Assessments within the appropriate timescales across a range of service users in various locations (mainly hospitals and care homes) and complete all appropriate recording of these assessments. Duties and Responsibilities Communication and Working Relationship Skills Contribute to the team's engagement with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, service users, their carers and other statutory and voluntary sector agencies. Impart complex and sensitive information to: Patients and families/carers regarding assessment, care planning, treatment and review Agencies also involved in the provision of care e.g., voluntary and private sector, police, social services, housing, employment, etc. Service user/carer groups Liaise with a wide range of other professionals and agencies. Contribute to the safe and effective day-to-day operations of the service including the handling of inquiries. Present information, some of which may be contentious, to patients and their families/carers. Have an awareness of barriers to communication and work to overcome these, drawing on professional expertise and persuasive negotiation skills. Analytical and Judgemental Skills Ability to weigh and balance complex options where there are a range of facts and options often in highly complex situations with clients' families and carers. Provision of patient assessment. Planning and Organisational Skills Attend management and professional meetings as directed by their line manager and professional leads within learning disability services. Receive referrals from a range of learning disability services. Responsible for planning and coordinating own day-to-day workload in collaboration with the needs of the service users and the wider needs of the service. Plan and organise case conferences liaising with other agencies as required to meet the needs of their clients. Ensure that interventions are planned in an integrated and coordinated manner particularly where dependent on other external agencies. Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy Manage DLS assessments. Responsible for reviewing care plans including recommendations of action required. Ensuring active involvement of service users and their carers/families. Triage referrals by assessing and advising on eligibility criteria. Provide specialist advice to referrers/other multi-disciplinary staff in relation to the DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act in the care of the client. Participate in safeguarding adult and children to level 3. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation Participate in programmes of audit and research within the team and implement the findings. Contribute to professional clinical governance arrangements in order to ensure the quality of the service provided. Participate in the development of good practice regarding Mental Capacity Act requirements. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources Responsible for care of own equipment. Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g., Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management Supervise junior qualified staff in the process of triage and assessment. Provide Mental Capacity Act specific supervision for a number of qualified staff. Mentor students allocated to the team. Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties Maintain up-to-date records in a timely and accurate manner. Responsible for care of own equipment. Professional Duties Practice in a way that actively minimises dependency and promotes recovery. Communicate information in a way that makes it relevant and understandable for service users and carers, working to the principles of the functions policy implementation guidelines and practice in line with the standards and values set out in them. Work cooperatively with others including accepting staff recent assessment of the client, in order to minimise the disruption to the client. Ensure a duty of care to patients and clients, who are entitled to receive safe and competent care. The Service User's wishes, feelings, values and beliefs should be taken into consideration as well as the views of the people close to them. Take personal accountability for your own practice. This means that you are answerable for your actions and omissions, regardless of advice or directions from another professional. Ensure that you remain professionally competent by participating in your own and others' clinical supervision. Any Other Specific Tasks Required Ensure that statutory training associated with the post is undertaken. Participate in own clinical supervision and PDR. Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
An understanding of the NSF and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements. Able to plan creatively to maximise effectiveness of care plans. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to manage own time and that of the teams. Ability to work flexibly. Able to produce well-written reports. Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals from various settings. Qualifications
A professional mental health or learning disability qualification e.g., RMN, CQSW/ASW, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, or CPN Degree. Training in Safeguarding Adults and children and young people. Experience
Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of learning disability needs. Working within a community learning disability setting in either the statutory or voluntary sector. Providing supervision. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment. Participation in user involvement in services. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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To coordinate DPT LD contribution to the Deprivation of Liberty Service Act as a focal point for DPT LD, BIA/D)Lss and other mental capacity issues Provide high quality Deprivation of Liberty Assessment and advice service based on the Mental Capacity Act legislation and DPT's policies and objectives. Raise awareness on MCA and DOLS issues in DPT LD services Carry out DOL Assessments within the appropriate timescales across a range of service users in various locations (mainly hospitals and care homes) and complete all appropriate recording of these assessments. About us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do. Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust's core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile, making time for people, challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part-time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Job responsibilities
Job Purpose The Post holder will be part of the learning disability service contributing to the effective provision of Deprivation of Liberty assessments and issues that arise from that including referral to the Court of Protection To coordinate DPT LD contribution to the Deprivation of Liberty Service Act as a focal point for DPT LD, BIA/D)Lss and other mental capacity issues Provide high quality Deprivation of Liberty Assessment and advice service based on the Mental Capacity Act legislation and DPT's policies and objectives. Raise awareness on MCA and DOLS issues in DPT LD services Carry out DOL Assessments within the appropriate timescales across a range of service users in various locations (mainly hospitals and care homes) and complete all appropriate recording of these assessments. Duties and Responsibilities Communication and Working Relationship Skills Contribute to the team's engagement with a wide range of stakeholders including staff, service users, their carers and other statutory and voluntary sector agencies. Impart complex and sensitive information to: Patients and families/carers regarding assessment, care planning, treatment and review Agencies also involved in the provision of care e.g., voluntary and private sector, police, social services, housing, employment, etc. Service user/carer groups Liaise with a wide range of other professionals and agencies. Contribute to the safe and effective day-to-day operations of the service including the handling of inquiries. Present information, some of which may be contentious, to patients and their families/carers. Have an awareness of barriers to communication and work to overcome these, drawing on professional expertise and persuasive negotiation skills. Analytical and Judgemental Skills Ability to weigh and balance complex options where there are a range of facts and options often in highly complex situations with clients' families and carers. Provision of patient assessment. Planning and Organisational Skills Attend management and professional meetings as directed by their line manager and professional leads within learning disability services. Receive referrals from a range of learning disability services. Responsible for planning and coordinating own day-to-day workload in collaboration with the needs of the service users and the wider needs of the service. Plan and organise case conferences liaising with other agencies as required to meet the needs of their clients. Ensure that interventions are planned in an integrated and coordinated manner particularly where dependent on other external agencies. Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy Manage DLS assessments. Responsible for reviewing care plans including recommendations of action required. Ensuring active involvement of service users and their carers/families. Triage referrals by assessing and advising on eligibility criteria. Provide specialist advice to referrers/other multi-disciplinary staff in relation to the DOLS and the Mental Capacity Act in the care of the client. Participate in safeguarding adult and children to level 3. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation Participate in programmes of audit and research within the team and implement the findings. Contribute to professional clinical governance arrangements in order to ensure the quality of the service provided. Participate in the development of good practice regarding Mental Capacity Act requirements. Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources Responsible for care of own equipment. Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g., Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management Supervise junior qualified staff in the process of triage and assessment. Provide Mental Capacity Act specific supervision for a number of qualified staff. Mentor students allocated to the team. Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties Maintain up-to-date records in a timely and accurate manner. Responsible for care of own equipment. Professional Duties Practice in a way that actively minimises dependency and promotes recovery. Communicate information in a way that makes it relevant and understandable for service users and carers, working to the principles of the functions policy implementation guidelines and practice in line with the standards and values set out in them. Work cooperatively with others including accepting staff recent assessment of the client, in order to minimise the disruption to the client. Ensure a duty of care to patients and clients, who are entitled to receive safe and competent care. The Service User's wishes, feelings, values and beliefs should be taken into consideration as well as the views of the people close to them. Take personal accountability for your own practice. This means that you are answerable for your actions and omissions, regardless of advice or directions from another professional. Ensure that you remain professionally competent by participating in your own and others' clinical supervision. Any Other Specific Tasks Required Ensure that statutory training associated with the post is undertaken. Participate in own clinical supervision and PDR. Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
An understanding of the NSF and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements. Able to plan creatively to maximise effectiveness of care plans. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to manage own time and that of the teams. Ability to work flexibly. Able to produce well-written reports. Ability to communicate with a wide range of professionals from various settings. Qualifications
A professional mental health or learning disability qualification e.g., RMN, CQSW/ASW, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, or CPN Degree. Training in Safeguarding Adults and children and young people. Experience
Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload of clients with a range of learning disability needs. Working within a community learning disability setting in either the statutory or voluntary sector. Providing supervision. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment. Participation in user involvement in services. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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