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Social Worker Older Adults - South Buckinghamshire

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level

Requirements

  • Be an ambassador and leader across social work both internally and external to the department.
  • Work with adults, and their families, who may be placed in a range of community and placement settings, to form an understanding of their needs and wishes and develop strength-based plans.
  • Understand and apply the relevant statutory frameworks to promote independence and autonomy while balancing risks and the needs of others including children and vulnerable adults.
  • To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker’s experience.
  • To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedure.
  • Delivering outstanding support to Buckinghamshire residents and ensure that regular monitoring and review of care and support plans is carried out.
  • To be competent in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework of Social Work.
  • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with adults and their families.

Responsibilities

  • Be an ambassador and leader across social work both internally and external to the department.
  • Work with adults, and their families, who may be placed in a range of community and placement settings, to form an understanding of their needs and wishes and develop strength-based plans.
  • Understand and apply the relevant statutory frameworks to promote independence and autonomy while balancing risks and the needs of others including children and vulnerable adults.
  • To provide a high quality and effective professional casework service, taking responsibility for working and managing a caseload within a framework of appropriate supervision, dependent upon the complexities of these cases and the social worker’s experience.
  • To comply with legislation, statutory guidance and local policies and procedure.
  • Delivering outstanding support to Buckinghamshire residents and ensure that regular monitoring and review of care and support plans is carried out.
  • To be competent in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework of Social Work.
  • Demonstrate and model good practice that reflects a commitment to relationship and strengths-based practice, working collaboratively with adults and their families.

FAQs

What is the incentive premium offered with this position?

The role carries an incentive premium of £3,500, which will be paid in instalments over an 18-month period.

Is the incentive scheme available to existing employees of Oxford Health?

No, this scheme is not open to existing employees of Oxford Health and is subject to a claw back clause.

What type of support will I receive in this role?

You will be supported by an Assistant Team Manager and work within a small team that has close links with the Buckinghamshire Council as well as community health colleagues within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Who will I be working with?

You will work with older adults and their families who may be placed in a range of community and placement settings.

What are the main responsibilities of this role?

The main responsibilities include understanding the needs of service users, developing strength-based care plans, providing a professional casework service, ensuring compliance with legislation, and delivering outstanding support to residents of Buckinghamshire.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The post-holder must demonstrate strong Social Work values, be competent in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework of Social Work, and have experience in managing complex health and social care needs.

What benefits does Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust offer?

Benefits include excellent career progression opportunities, 27 days annual leave (rising to 33 days with continuous service), access to NHS discounts, a competitive pension scheme, lease car scheme, cycle to work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, and staff networking support groups.

How can I get in touch for further inquiries or informal visits?

You can contact Tricia Barnett, the Social Care Team Manager, via email at tricia.barnett@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk or by telephone at 079180 76665.

Is there an opportunity for professional development in this role?

Yes, there is access to tailored individual and Trust-wide learning and development opportunities designed to support your career growth.

What is the mission of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust?

The Trust's vision is that all individuals will receive “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team” regardless of who they are or where they are located.

Providing mental and community health services to a population of 2.5 million people across Bucks, Oxon, Wilts and BaNES

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT) provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes. We focus on delivering care as close to home as possible. As a leading teaching, training and research trust, we have close links to Oxford and Oxford Brookes universities. We are part of the Oxford Academic Health Science Centre, working closely with our university colleagues to translate their findings into clinical care as quickly as possible, enabling people using our services to benefit from the latest advances in healthcare. In Oxfordshire we are the main provider of community health services and deliver these in a range of community and inpatient settings, including eight community hospitals. Our mental health teams provide a range of specialist healthcare in the community and from inpatient settings across the geographic areas of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Swindon, Bath and North East Somerset (BaNES). We also provide a range of specialised health services that include forensic mental health and eating disorder services across a wider geographic area including support for patients in Berkshire and from Wales.

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