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- Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments to evaluate the individual's current mental health status, considering their social circumstances, support network, housing situation, employment status, and access to essential resources per the Care Act 2014.

- Using person-centred and strengths-based practice to collaborate with patients and families to formulate care plans.

- Conducting Mental Capacity Assessments.

- Possessing knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983.

- Conducting thorough evaluations of the individual's mental health status, which includes risk assessment, assessing their social circumstances, support network, housing situation, employment status, and availability of necessary resources.

- Supporting patients experiencing acute mental health crises, applying crisis intervention models to aid recovery and prevent hospital admissions.

- Liaising with external agencies, including Children’s Services and Adult Social Care, to ensure safeguarding and appropriate service provision.

- Identifying and facilitating connections for individuals with suitable community services, including housing assistance, food banks, addiction treatment programs, and support groups, tailored to their specific needs.

- Advocating for the needs of patients among various agencies, healthcare providers, and legal systems to ensure they receive the necessary care and support by promoting anti-oppressive and strengths-based practice.

- Collaborating with team members, including clinicians and psychiatrists, to formulate a coordinated treatment plan and to ensure seamless transitions between different levels of care.

- Maintaining comprehensive and detailed documentation of each individual’s case, including assessments, interventions, and progress updates on SystemOne, and ensuring compliance with professional and legal standards.

- Engaging with family members or significant others to provide psychoeducation, support, and coping strategies aimed at assisting in the management of the individual’s mental health crisis.

- Adhering to professional codes of conduct and maintaining confidentiality while working with individuals experiencing mental health crises.

- Recognising and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds and needs to deliver culturally sensitive support.

- Engaging in reflective practice and supervision, aligning with the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) and Knowledge and Skills Statements (KSS) for social work.

- Enhancing the quality of life for individuals by facilitating their participation in various activities, including holidays, social events, religious observances, sporting events, as well as educational and employment opportunities.

- Ensuring a high standard of personal care by attending to health appointments, administering medication, and promptly addressing any medical or health-related concerns.

- Upholding the safety of the individuals under my care by adhering to Health and Safety regulations and reporting any safety or safeguarding issues without delay.

- Encouraging and assisting individuals in engaging with community activities that align with their specific needs, preferences, and aspirations.

- Maintaining accurate and comprehensive records, which include care plans, risk assessments, daily reports, and documentation of health appointments.

- Implemented care plans set out by healthcare professionals leading to improved patient well-being.

- Assisted in maintaining a clean environment for improved client health.

- Used excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with individuals in need.

- Provided direct care and support to patients in dynamic environments such as hospices and hospitals, consistently ensuring their comfort and safety.

- Assisted patients with personal care tasks, which included bathing, dressing, and feeding.

- Supported patients in enhancing their mobility, particularly through the appropriate utilization of mobility aids.

- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to monitor patients' health conditions, promptly reporting any observed changes.

- Documented patient care activities meticulously, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations through the maintenance of accurate records.

- Contributed to the creation of a positive and supportive environment by effectively addressing both the emotional and physical needs of patients.

- Conducted initial assessments to ascertain whether an adult is at risk of abuse or neglect, and analysed the level of risk under Section 42 of the Care Act 2014.

- Applied the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in decision-making, conducting mental capacity assessments and supporting best interests decisions.

- Conducted risk assessment and engaged with service users in positive risk management.

- Collaborated with targeted service users, their caregivers, and advocates, as pertinent, to evaluate individual needs and formulate safety plans.

- Engaged closely with professionals from various agencies, including health services, Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVAs), law enforcement, housing providers, and mental health teams, to facilitate information sharing and coordinate appropriate responses.

- Operated in alignment with established joint policies and procedures, fostering collaboration with other agencies and professionals.

- Used strengths-based and person-centred approaches to identify unmet needs of service users, acknowledge their preferences, and develop comprehensive safety plans, ensuring interventions aligned with Making Safeguarding Personal principles.

-Signposted service users to other agencies for further support.

- Recorded and reviewed case notes within the organisational data management system to ensure accurate documentation and analysis.

- Engaged in reflective supervision and critical analysis of practice to enhance professional development and decision-making.

- Established rapport with clients by understanding and respecting their personal situations.

- Actively developed professional healthcare competencies through participation in regular training sessions.

- Maintained comprehensive and up-to-date patient records.

- Conducted mental health intake assessments and scoring.

- Coordinated appointments and facilitated referrals between clients and the psychologist.

- Assisted in crisis intervention situations, ensuring immediate support was provided to distressed individuals.

- Built strong and trusting professional rapport to support client progress.

- Documented client progress in confidential files.

- Assisted in advocating for vulnerable individuals with disabilities through social services and public awareness initiatives.

- Received complaints related to various social protection issues, such as child maintenance and child abuse, via toll-free hotline services.

- Referred clients to the appropriate support units after case reports were submitted to the call centre.

- Conducted follow-ups on cases and provided feedback to clients as necessary.

- Prepared case study reports and contributed to the drafting of official memos.

- Demonstrated critical time management and organisational skills to balance studies alongside paid work.