Social Care Practitioner (Occupational Therapy) – Home to Decide Team

at  South Gloucestershire Council

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

You will make a real difference with vulnerable adults in our community by assisting them in their time of need providing support and promoting their independence.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

• You will have experience in a relevant area of statuary or voluntary sector work in health and social care.
• You will demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and codes of practice; processes and procedures; support mechanisms and specialist equipment.
• You will need excellent interpersonal skills.
• You will be able to gather information from a variety of sources and follow assessment process
• Ideally, you will have relevant qualification e.g. NVQ Level 3 in health or social care field
  Please note that due to the nature of this role it is a requirement of employment that an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is obtained for this post.
  You will be expected to travel throughout the authority and surrounding area so must have a full valid driving licence with regular access to a vehicle.or have alternative appropriate means of travel.

• You will assist in the organising and providing of effect care services which may include the assessment and review of care plans
• Working under direction of Social Worker/Occupational Therapist you will contribute to and review plans and services to improve intervention ideas.
• You’ll refer issues if needed in accordance with Safeguarding procedures to protect vulnerable people. This will require you to maintain confidential reports to profession and Council guidelines.
• You’ll be communicating, providing advice and guidance to with service users and providers
• Daily, you’ll be liaising and working with partner agencies, such as Health to ensure best outcomes for people.