Job Title: Advanced Practitioner Location: Hertfordshire Starting Salary: £45,441 progressing to - £50,512 plus £1,000 welcome payment for external applicants Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Permanent, Fixed term and Secondment Diversity: We are an inclusive employer and value a diverse workforce Positions available in the following teams; please refer to attached team information document for further information about each team. East and North Herts Older Peoples Service Herts Valleys Older People West Integrated Discharge Service East and North Integrated Discharge Service West We are looking for people with a passion for empowering and enabling citizens, who can lead by example and support staff to promote community inclusion and develop independence. There are opportunities within different teams, please refer to the attached document for specific information. You’ll be a qualified social worker or occupational therapist with a minimum of 2 years post qualifying experience. In addition, you will also need the following: Actively undertakes a specialist role i.e. Moving and Handling Practitioner Practice Educator Approved Mental Health Practitioner Best Interest Assessor Or agreement to undertake a specialist role within the first year of the role. The role: Leads on peer development and practice, supports and supervises staff to develop their skills and knowledge in line with related legislation including The Care Act and Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives principles to contribute to the ongoing development of the service. Is responsible for delivering high quality statutory social care including recognising safeguarding, delivering assessment, supervision and care management functions as well as developing innovative, creative community solutions. Is pivotal in developing links with the local community through undertaking multi-agency work with partner organisations, providers, professionals, individuals, families, and carers. There is responsibility for ensuring that all statutory health and social care responsibilities are met and delivered to a high standard including safeguarding, assessment, supervision, and care management functions. You will have extensive knowledge and experience in the field of adult social care, with an emphasis on safeguarding practice and related legislation. You will have the ability to manage competing service priorities and a sound grasp of current legislation, personalisation agenda and meeting the business objectives of the department. Demonstrating management potential, you will have excellent all-round communication and negotiation skills working with the Statutory, Voluntary and Independent sector partners. You will adhere to Hertfordshire’s Connected Lives Practice Principles by ensuring that people are supported to maintain their independence and receive person-centred care and support. You will utilise your knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, and other social care legislation, to manage the most complex cases. You will use of your advanced knowledge and experience to support other members of the team and the management team to ensure good practice. You will develop close working relationships with hospital staff and care providers to ensure effective care planning and balance the use of resources. You will need to be a registered Occupational Therapist (HCPC) or Social Worker (SWE) and have knowledge and experience of applying relevant legislation. You will also be actively undertaking a specialist role, e.g AMHP, Best Interest Assessor or Practice Educator. If you are currently a HCC employee you will need to complete the secondment form with the endorsement of your manager. Whilst working for Hertfordshire County Council you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement plus paid bank holidays. As a qualified Social Worker you also benefit from an additional 5 days paid annual leave pro rata. We offer a comprehensive induction and training programme, career progression opportunities and Local Government Pension Scheme. Upon joining Hertfordshire County Council you will have access to Herts Rewards which gives discounts and cashback on over 800 retailers and services. This also includes a childcare voucher scheme, car share scheme, cycle to work scheme, purchased annual leave scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and many other lifestyle, wellbeing and financial benefits. This is an ongoing advert, applications will be considered as and when received. For Further Information Regarding The Role Please Contact; rosanna.carden@hertfordshire.gov.uk Additional Information How to Apply: As part of the application, you will be required to upload your most recent CV ensuring gaps in employment have been addressed. This is your opportunity to evidence how your skills, knowledge, and experience match what we are looking for. Disability Confident: We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. Safeguarding: Safeguarding children and adults is of utmost importance to Hertfordshire County Council. The Council requires employees to abide by legislation and best practice to enable Hertfordshire to achieve this. This role has been identified as requiring a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. For more information Click Here Driving Roles Only: As part of this role, you will be required to travel to other HCC Sites/Residences either using your own mode of transport or a company car. In light of this, the ability to drive and/or travel around the County is required for this role a DVLA check will be required on appointment. 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