The Role:
To receive, log and progress referrals from Hospitals, Care Homes, Nursing home and other professionals, where it is believed to be, or likely to be, a Deprivation of a Person's Liberty occurring; thus raising a duty on the Supervisory Body (the Local Authority) to provide assessment, intervention and authorisation to ensure that individuals rights are upheld and promoted within the legal framework of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
To gather relevant information from the referrer and other involved agencies to inform decision making within the prescribed timescales.
Co-ordinating and allocating - to specially qualified practitioners and professionals to undertake required assessments and to "oversee" the complete process
The Candidate:
- A sound understanding of the administration process of Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and legal requirements of the supervisory body
- Previous experience of providing information and advice to the public and / or customers
- Previous experience in office administration
- Experience of working within the framework of Mental Capacity 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
- Ability to prioritise incoming work and escalate concerns when required.
- Ability to work independently as required in day to day activities of the role
How to Apply:
Please submit your application via the contact details provided and you will be contacted with further information about this opportunity or call me on; .