The post holder will have lead responsibility and accountability for the following:
Assessment
To undertake comprehensive assessment of need under the NHS and Community Care Act 1990/Care Bill.
To undertake comprehensive risk assessments and devise/implement risk management plans appropriate to level of risk.
If appropriate to team setting, conduct Carers Assessments in accordance with Carers (Recognition and Services) Act 1995 and to ensure service users and their carers participate as fully as possible in case discussions.
To work in multi-disciplinary settings including participating in multi-disciplinary assessments, risk assessment and risk management plans.
To carry out all reviews in line with the Promoting Independence commitment to ensure that services continue to meet assessed needs and provide value for money. The review will also respond to changing needs, risks and the wider community to ensure that the support plan remains appropriate and individuals are kept safe.
To identify the rehabilitation potential for an individual and refer to a range of rehabilitation programmes, using a person centred approach to multi-disciplinary assessments which maximises the potential to use rehabilitation services and plans.
To identify and action Safeguarding Adult and Children alerts and undertake investigations, attending and presenting at safeguarding meetings and ensuring accurate recording in line with departmental procedures, referring to more senior practitioners for professional advice (including the Safeguarding Adults Manager).