Specialist Social Worker - Forensic Services
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Headington Hill, Oxford
Specialist Social Worker - Forensic Services
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Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, Headington Hill, Oxford
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted today, 7 May | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: 69b17c980f0343dc96386ba15be88b32
Location ref: Headington Hill, Oxford
Full Job Description
As an integral part of the Leadership Team at Thames House, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the Social Work role, taking a lead on safeguarding and developing social capital across the pathway., Clinical tasks will range from assessment and formulation of social needs, including contribution to statutory assessments where relevant; compilation of formal reports in line with requirements of local authorities, the Mental Health Act and Ministry of Justice; liaising with families and Victim Liaison Officers.
Leadership duties will include oversight of safeguarding issues for the ward and contributing to monitoring of safeguarding cases across the Directorate in conjunction with the relevant local authorities; developing and monitoring clinical and statutory social work pathways at Thames House; supporting the development of inpatient Social Workers.
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As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team