Staff working in Adult Social Care in Oxfordshire will:
provide a proactive personalised approach to the delivery of care;respond to people’s needs in a timely manner;focus on improving people’s well-being;promote and support people to be responsible for their independence;give people greater choice and control over the care that they receive;take account of people’s risks and safety at all times;support people to achieve the outcomes that are most important to them using all available resources and taking responsibility for the public purse;work in accordance with the Corporate CHOICE values and competency framework https://intranet.oxfordshire.gov.uk/cms/content/competency-explanation
This will be achieved by:
innovation and creativity in meeting needs;a commitment to service development;partnership working with individuals, other professionals and wider local networks to deliver an effective and affordable service;outcome focused working to identify opportunities to meet needs, demands and achieve aspirations;taking ownership and doing all we can to effect positive change;flexible working to meet the varying demands across the different teams;promoting and supporting people in identifying, and managing their own risks;preventing the need for ongoing care.
Our guiding principles
We:
put people and their experience at the center of what we do;work as one team, taking ownership for your work, respecting your time and that of others, only involving colleagues if necessarybuild social value in our work;work with individuals, their families, partner agencies and communities to improve and inform services;share information with the person about their care;see our contribution in the context of the overall services;have internal debate and external unity;are open to new ideas, seek and act on feedback and have a continuous improvement and learning culture;make the best use of available resources;make evidence based decisions and support others to do the same.
MAIN PURPOSE(S) OF THE JOB:
To work within the requirements of the Care Act 2014, and any other legislation and guidance as may be relevant and the HCPC codes of practice, providing personalised information and advice, safeguarding, assessment, support planning, equipment, adaptations and review to individuals/families and their carers.
Ensuring that in responding to eligible need, all options including the use of informal support networks, community resources and the provision or arrangement of cost effective equipment and adaptations is explored in order to achieve identified outcomes. To fulfill the role of a trusted assessor; making an assessment of when to involve another adult social care professional where a specialist assessment, skill or intervention is required.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that they work within departmental policies, procedures and guidelines including but not limited to Data Protection Act, confidentiality and information sharing protocols, Oxfordshire Multi agency safeguarding procedures, and that these are adhered to and concerns raised in accordance with these polices.
To work within the competency framework achieving completion and progression to Grade 11, within the timeframes set out in the criteria.
To ensure statutory requirements are met
To be responsible for the management and prioritisation of a caseload.To make telephone enquiries, undertake face to face visits in people’s homes or another suitable venue, and to facilitate clinics. To determine eligibility for services in accordance with the Care Act taking into account all daily living tasks and roles with consideration to people's social, environmental and psychological needs.To provide tailored advice and information to the individual's needs and/or situation, referring to other agencies where applicable. To undertake holistic assessments and take responsibility for meeting the needs of each allocated person and only involving another worker where necessary.To assess for and provide assistive technology, equipment, and adaptations to meet needs and reduce risk, and where provided to review and ensure safe and effective use including reporting concerns according to the Council’s and National guidance.To identify and make necessary arrangements where a person would benefit from services which will improve and maintain independence, in particular reablement services.To utilise clinical skills to promote and support people in identifying, and managing their own risks.To undertake specialist functional assessments and where necessary provide specialist equipment and training on its useTo assess, advise and facilitate minor and major adaptations to propertiesTo provide advice to individuals, their carers and care providers on moving and handling and the use of hoistsTo support the person to access a personal budget where all other options for support have been explored. To provide a clear breakdown of the person's identified needs and outcomes and how these are being met, regardless of determination of eligibility.To ensure the support plan is reflective of the person's and their carers needs and outcomes.To identify where it is appropriate to carry out specialist assessments, including but not limited to mental capacity assessments, moving and handling, housing and environmental needs and full risk assessments.To carry out specialist assessments according to professional qualification and experience.To apply legal and professional knowledge and skills balancing protection, risk and support in order to achieve positive outcomes for individuals.To act as a lead professional in cases where individual's needs/situation are complex or ambiguous, or where this is dispute amongst those who have an interest in the individual's welfare.To identify and be responsible for relevant decision-making and intervention required to protect those at risk and undertake any necessary actions proportionate to the need/situation.Where required to write court reports and mental health tribunal reports and give evidence in relation to adults at risk during legal proceedings.To deliver a customer focused service in accordance with the standards set out in the Council "Customer Service Codes of Practice" and individual Service Level Agreements.
To promote health and wellbeing through integration and links with local community
To actively engage with partner agencies, representing the needs of the individual and of Adult Social Care.To develop and maintain an in depth knowledge of local resources.To work with service users and carers to promote participation and inclusivity.To maximise the use of community resources in helping individuals to meet their identified outcomes. To work collaboratively with teams and services both within and outside of Oxfordshire County Council to ensure a coordinated and effective service is provided to the individual.To promote and engage in cross/multi agency and inter-disciplinary working, ensuring strong working relationships are in place with partner agencies.
To work within Safeguarding policies and procedures
To undertake adult safeguarding section 42 investigations.To complete investigation reports to the required standard.To attend and participate in adult safeguarding strategy meetings and case discussions as required.To act in accordance with the Oxfordshire Adult Safeguarding Policy and Procedures and Adult Social Care Best Practice Guidance.To assist with the training and development of operational staff in relation to adult safeguarding procedures.Direct practice with adults and families where there are safeguarding issues with a strong emphasis on co-working with their community colleagues, other practitioners and disciplines.To ensure clear, concise, and accurate recording of work undertaken, and that both electronic and (where required) paper files are kept.Can evidence an understanding of the need to safeguard and promote the well-being of children and will adhere to children's services policies and procedures as necessary
Staff working in Adult Social Care in Oxfordshire will:
provide a proactive personalised approach to the delivery of care;respond to people’s needs in a timely manner;focus on improving people’s well-being;promote and support people to be responsible for their independence;give people greater choice and control over the care that they receive;take account of people’s risks and safety at all times;support people to achieve the outcomes that are most important to them using all available resources and taking responsibility for the public purse;work in accordance with the Corporate CHOICE values and competency framework https://intranet.oxfordshire.gov.uk/cms/content/competency-explanation
This will be achieved by:
innovation and creativity in meeting needs;a commitment to service development;partnership working with individuals, other professionals and wider local networks to deliver an effective and affordable service;outcome focused working to identify opportunities to meet needs, demands and achieve aspirations;taking ownership and doing all we can to effect positive change;flexible working to meet the varying demands across the different teams;promoting and supporting people in identifying, and managing their own risks;preventing the need for ongoing care.
Our guiding principles
We:
put people and their experience at the center of what we do;work as one team, taking ownership for your work, respecting your time and that of others, only involving colleagues if necessarybuild social value in our work;work with individuals, their families, partner agencies and communities to improve and inform services;share information with the person about their care;see our contribution in the context of the overall services;have internal debate and external unity;are open to new ideas, seek and act on feedback and have a continuous improvement and learning culture;make the best use of available resources;make evidence based decisions and support others to do the same.
MAIN PURPOSE(S) OF THE JOB:
To work within the requirements of the Care Act 2014, and any other legislation and guidance as may be relevant and the HCPC codes of practice, providing personalised information and advice, safeguarding, assessment, support planning, equipment, adaptations and review to individuals/families and their carers.
Ensuring that in responding to eligible need, all options including the use of informal support networks, community resources and the provision or arrangement of cost effective equipment and adaptations is explored in order to achieve identified outcomes. To fulfill the role of a trusted assessor; making an assessment of when to involve another adult social care professional where a specialist assessment, skill or intervention is required.
The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that they work within departmental policies, procedures and guidelines including but not limited to Data Protection Act, confidentiality and information sharing protocols, Oxfordshire Multi agency safeguarding procedures, and that these are adhered to and concerns raised in accordance with these polices.
To work within the competency framework achieving completion and progression to Grade 11, within the timeframes set out in the criteria.
To ensure statutory requirements are met
To be responsible for the management and prioritisation of a caseload.To make telephone enquiries, undertake face to face visits in people’s homes or another suitable venue, and to facilitate clinics. To determine eligibility for services in accordance with the Care Act taking into account all daily living tasks and roles with consideration to people's social, environmental and psychological needs.To provide tailored advice and information to the individual's needs and/or situation, referring to other agencies where applicable. To undertake holistic assessments and take responsibility for meeting the needs of each allocated person and only involving another worker where necessary.To assess for and provide assistive technology, equipment, and adaptations to meet needs and reduce risk, and where provided to review and ensure safe and effective use including reporting concerns according to the Council’s and National guidance.To identify and make necessary arrangements where a person would benefit from services which will improve and maintain independence, in particular reablement services.To utilise clinical skills to promote and support people in identifying, and managing their own risks.To undertake specialist functional assessments and where necessary provide specialist equipment and training on its useTo assess, advise and facilitate minor and major adaptations to propertiesTo provide advice to individuals, their carers and care providers on moving and handling and the use of hoistsTo support the person to access a personal budget where all other options for support have been explored. To provide a clear breakdown of the person's identified needs and outcomes and how these are being met, regardless of determination of eligibility.To ensure the support plan is reflective of the person's and their carers needs and outcomes.To identify where it is appropriate to carry out specialist assessments, including but not limited to mental capacity assessments, moving and handling, housing and environmental needs and full risk assessments.To carry out specialist assessments according to professional qualification and experience.To apply legal and professional knowledge and skills balancing protection, risk and support in order to achieve positive outcomes for individuals.To act as a lead professional in cases where individual's needs/situation are complex or ambiguous, or where this is dispute amongst those who have an interest in the individual's welfare.To identify and be responsible for relevant decision-making and intervention required to protect those at risk and undertake any necessary actions proportionate to the need/situation.Where required to write court reports and mental health tribunal reports and give evidence in relation to adults at risk during legal proceedings.To deliver a customer focused service in accordance with the standards set out in the Council "Customer Service Codes of Practice" and individual Service Level Agreements.
To promote health and wellbeing through integration and links with local community
To actively engage with partner agencies, representing the needs of the individual and of Adult Social Care.To develop and maintain an in depth knowledge of local resources.To work with service users and carers to promote participation and inclusivity.To maximise the use of community resources in helping individuals to meet their identified outcomes. To work collaboratively with teams and services both within and outside of Oxfordshire County Council to ensure a coordinated and effective service is provided to the individual.To promote and engage in cross/multi agency and inter-disciplinary working, ensuring strong working relationships are in place with partner agencies.
To work within Safeguarding policies and procedures
To undertake adult safeguarding section 42 investigations.To complete investigation reports to the required standard.To attend and participate in adult safeguarding strategy meetings and case discussions as required.To act in accordance with the Oxfordshire Adult Safeguarding Policy and Procedures and Adult Social Care Best Practice Guidance.To assist with the training and development of operational staff in relation to adult safeguarding procedures.Direct practice with adults and families where there are safeguarding issues with a strong emphasis on co-working with their community colleagues, other practitioners and disciplines.To ensure clear, concise, and accurate recording of work undertaken, and that both electronic and (where required) paper files are kept.Can evidence an understanding of the need to safeguard and promote the well-being of children and will adhere to children's services policies and procedures as necessary
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