Job summary
As best Interest Assessor you will work within the Mental capacity Act / DoLS Team, to ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards DoLS).
Working across the Health Board sites you will work as part of the wider multidisciplinary teams to undertake specific assessments as part of the overall DoLS Assessment process.
You will be supported with training to be able to undertake capacity assessments and devlop your knowlege and expertise in this area of work.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for planning and organizing a range of complex assessment activities to ensure a comprehensive and responsive assessment service.
To support partner agencies in the appropriate involvement of patients, their carers' and other key stakeholders, including the voluntary sector and Social Services in MCA DoLS assessment processes.
To work with the Team Leader to ensure that service developments, pilot or otherwise are monitored appropriately and corrective action taken if they are not achieving the desired outcomes.
To provide and receive complex information from a number of sources e.g. Managing Authorities, Patient Representatives, Independent Mental Capacity Advocates and others.
To communicates with internal and external stake holders, Health Board and Local Authority Staff.
To support communication across complex Health / Social Care boundaries, for example Supervisory Bodies, Managing Authorities, Patient Representatives, Independent Mental Capacity Advocates and others. This requires detailed communication by the post holder to ensure safe patient care.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake specific DoLS Assessment Roles including that of Best Interest Assessor and therefore demonstrate:
Applied knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and related Code of Practice.
Applied knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009 and related Code of Practice and emerging Case Law.
Understanding of the relationship between the DoLS and Safeguarding Adults principles.
The ability to keep appropriate records and to provide clear and reasoned reports in accordance with legal requirements and good practice.
The skills necessary to obtain, evaluate and analyse complex evidence and differing views to weigh them appropriately in decision making.
Applied knowledge of the social impact of disability, illness and injury on individuals and families.
To ensure all assessments made are done in a professional manner taking into consideration the unique circumstances of the patient / user as necessary.
Investigate allegations that a person may be deprived of their liberty without lawful authorization.
Undertake the role of Best Interests Assessor and complete best interests and all supporting assessments within statutory timescales.
Decide if it is in a persons best interests for them to be deprived of their liberty and submit reports with recommendations to the Team Leader.
Investigate allegations that a person may be deprived of their liberty without lawful authorization.
Undertake reviews of Deprivation of Liberty Authorisations.
Set priorities, taking full account of service users and carers wishes.
Maintain record of assessment and produce necessary reports etc.To take lead responsibility for arranging meetings, case conferences, reviews and committees as dictated by patients needs.
Liaise with agencies that support, to liaise with the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales, Health Inspectorate Wales as appropriate.
Report to Supervisory Bodies in respect of any Vulnerable Adult Issues.Attend POVA strategy meetings as a Best Interest Assessor.
To develop and implement multi-disciplinary assessment in accordance with the DoLS Assessment process.
To work in close collaboration with the Team Leader providing specialist knowledge and professional advice / support to Supervisory Bodies,
Managing Authorities on any matters relating to Mental Capacity and DoLS.
To support the planning, development and implementation of systems to promote joint working initiatives between the MCA / DoLS Assessment Team and Supervisory Bodies and Managing Authorities.
To work closely with the Supervisory Bodies and Management Authorities to strengthen relationships and ultimately improve the experience for residents.
To work within the Clinical Governance Framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake specific DoLS Assessment Roles including that of Best Interest Assessor and therefore demonstrate:
Applied knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and related Code of Practice.
Applied knowledge of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards 2009 and related Code of Practice and emerging Case Law.
Understanding of the relationship between the DoLS and Safeguarding Adults principles.
The ability to keep appropriate records and to provide clear and reasoned reports in accordance with legal requirements and good practice.
The skills necessary to obtain, evaluate and analyse complex evidence and differing views to weigh them appropriately in decision making.
Applied knowledge of the social impact of disability, illness and injury on individuals and families.
To ensure all assessments made are done in a professional manner taking into consideration the unique circumstances of the patient / user as necessary.
Investigate allegations that a person may be deprived of their liberty without lawful authorization.
Undertake the role of Best Interests Assessor and complete best interests and all supporting assessments within statutory timescales.
Decide if it is in a persons best interests for them to be deprived of their liberty and submit reports with recommendations to the Team Leader.
Investigate allegations that a person may be deprived of their liberty without lawful authorization.
Undertake reviews of Deprivation of Liberty Authorisations.
Set priorities, taking full account of service users and carers wishes.
Maintain record of assessment and produce necessary reports etc.To take lead responsibility for arranging meetings, case conferences, reviews and committees as dictated by patients needs.
Liaise with agencies that support, to liaise with the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales, Health Inspectorate Wales as appropriate.
Report to Supervisory Bodies in respect of any Vulnerable Adult Issues.Attend POVA strategy meetings as a Best Interest Assessor.
To develop and implement multi-disciplinary assessment in accordance with the DoLS Assessment process.
To work in close collaboration with the Team Leader providing specialist knowledge and professional advice / support to Supervisory Bodies,
Managing Authorities on any matters relating to Mental Capacity and DoLS.
To support the planning, development and implementation of systems to promote joint working initiatives between the MCA / DoLS Assessment Team and Supervisory Bodies and Managing Authorities.
To work closely with the Supervisory Bodies and Management Authorities to strengthen relationships and ultimately improve the experience for residents.
To work within the Clinical Governance Framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level experience or equivalent in a Health / Social Care discipline.
- Valid registration for one of the following professions: Nursing (First Level Adult) Social worker
Desirable
- Evidence of developing and delivering training programs for staff
knowlege and experience
Essential
- Evidence of recent CPD / Management Development.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the supporting Code of Practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintain a high standard of assessment.
communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills and an ability to be clear and concise when writing and communicating verbally.
- Experience with multi-agency working and an understanding of the Independent Sector.
Desirable
- Demonstrate the ability to form independent professional judgements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree level experience or equivalent in a Health / Social Care discipline.
- Valid registration for one of the following professions: Nursing (First Level Adult) Social worker
Desirable
- Evidence of developing and delivering training programs for staff
knowlege and experience
Essential
- Evidence of recent CPD / Management Development.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and the supporting Code of Practice.
Desirable
- Demonstrate a commitment to maintain a high standard of assessment.
communication
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills and an ability to be clear and concise when writing and communicating verbally.
- Experience with multi-agency working and an understanding of the Independent Sector.
Desirable
- Demonstrate the ability to form independent professional judgements.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
