Job summary Monday-Friday between 08:00 and 17.00, however some working outside of these hours may occasionally be required This is an exciting opportunity to support and develop the role of social work within Navigo. To offer support to existing social workers and to support the development of Social Work apprentices and students. The social work lead should demonstrate passion, professional autonomy and an ability to work across organisations in ensuring the best outcomes for individuals who use our service. Main duties of the job As a Social Work Lead, you will: Manage and take a lead role in the professional development of Social Workers through supervision, mentoring, CPD activities and offering advice. You will be expected to promote a culture of professional curiosity, encouraging accountability and role modelling this in your own best practice. Embed the North East Lincolnshire Practice framework within practice You must be able to demonstrate your practice, experience and knowledge of legislation and be focused on delivering positive outcomes for the local population. You will lead on ensuring Navigo is compliant in the delegated responsibilities under Section 75 partnership agreements, legally provided by the NHS Act 2006, this includes the application of the Care Act (2014) and responsibilities associated with S117 aftercare. You will line manage the specialist Social Work posts attached to CMHT. Ensure the PCF framework is embedded within social work practice across the organisations About us Hello We are Navigo. We look after North East Lincolnshire's mental health and well-being. We are an award-winning social enterprise that provides mental health services to the NHS and beyond. The whole basis of our work is to deliver services that we would be happy for our own family to use. We offer a range of mental health services, including acute and community facilities as well as specialist support such as outstanding older adults inpatient services, rehabilitation and recovery community mental health and an outstanding specialist eating disorder facility. Ranked as one of the top UK companies to work for, we featured in the Best Companies top 100 large company list and were named sixth best health and social care company 2023. As a social enterprise, we do things a little bit differently and have also developed income-generating commercially viable businesses that provide training, education and employment opportunities including Grimsby Garden Centre and two cafes. Working at Navigo is not like working anywhere else. Lots of places say that, but we really mean it. We like to work with forward-thinking people who want to make a difference. Come join us Date posted 04 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number B9816-405 Job locations Hope Court / and other Navigo Sites Cromwell Road Grimsby Springboard, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN37 9LN DN37 9LN Job description Job responsibilities Communicates highly complex and highly sensitive information to Service Users during the course of treatment where there may be barriers to understanding and a need to achieve positive engagement. Shares information relating to assessment and care plans with Service Users, Carers and families in a responsive, empathic manner, taking into consideration the possible complexities of the familys circumstances and the highly sensitive nature of the information Communicates effectively with all professionals involved in the Service Users care including all members of the Multi-disciplinary Team, General Practitioners, Local Authority, Education providers, Voluntary agencies, User/Carer groups etc, to maximize the quality of service delivered to Service Users and their families and carers. Develop relationships with providers across PLACE such as FOCUS, NELC, Public Health, ICB, CPG and the voluntary sector Arrange student social work placements/apprenticeships partner in the Place Training academy, ASYE lead and moderator Work alongside the PSW for North East Lincolnshire on specific projects involving navigo and promoting social work across PLACE Analytical and Judgemental Skills Analyses highly complex Service User information, derived from a variety of sources which may conflict or be incomplete, using assessment tools to develop care plans. Evaluates and makes decisions about support options, taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors that have shaped the individual, family or group. Makes decisions around positive risk taking and decisions to discharge. Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of Service User harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the Service User. Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk. Support the Social Workers of Navigo in embedding the PCF framework into their practice, offering supervision and CPD sessions Planning and Organisational Skills Provides expert advice, guidance and consultation to other staff contributing directly to Service Users diagnosis, formulation and intervention plan. Facilitates decision-making by planning and mapping processes/ interventions with members of the team or the wider nursing service to determine the most appropriate treatment modality or service for Service Users. Leads the multi-disciplinary care team in the development and implementation of multi-disciplinary care plans where appropriate. Monitors progress during the course of multi-disciplinary interventions. Provides expertise and advice to facilitate the effective and appropriate provision of care by all members of the wider team across the designated service and locality. Responsibility for Service User/Service User Care, Treatment and Therapy Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist care to Service Users with severe and enduring mental health conditions or learning disabilities which include psychiatric, physical and social co-morbidity and significant behaviours that challenge. Plans individual Service User care and where appropriate co-ordinates care within the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and external agencies. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation The Social Work Lead is responsible for identifying service gaps and develop plans and programmes to address identified needs. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the clinical leadership team in the overall operational planning and development of the specified service area advising senior colleagues on those aspects of the service which may need addressing at a broader strategic level Take a lead in strategic service development projects as required ranging from acting as a resource in setting a strategic direction for the specified aspect of service to the development, agreement and management of specific project plans in line with agreed Navigo/locality business objectives Play a key role in the professional development of healthcare professionals through integration into appropriate academic and research committees locally and nationally. Identify specialist training needs for professionals Develop and deliver evidence-based training and development programmes to nursing and multi-disciplinary colleagues Responsible for identifying and proposing changes to policies and procedures which may impact on multi-disciplinary teams across the locality. Including the development of policy and procedure to ensure sound governance commensurate with practice guidelines. Responsible for robust implementation of policies within own area of responsibility Lead in the demonstrable measurement of clinical effectiveness of any change process in line with the requirements of clinical governance Job description Job responsibilities Communicates highly complex and highly sensitive information to Service Users during the course of treatment where there may be barriers to understanding and a need to achieve positive engagement. Shares information relating to assessment and care plans with Service Users, Carers and families in a responsive, empathic manner, taking into consideration the possible complexities of the familys circumstances and the highly sensitive nature of the information Communicates effectively with all professionals involved in the Service Users care including all members of the Multi-disciplinary Team, General Practitioners, Local Authority, Education providers, Voluntary agencies, User/Carer groups etc, to maximize the quality of service delivered to Service Users and their families and carers. Develop relationships with providers across PLACE such as FOCUS, NELC, Public Health, ICB, CPG and the voluntary sector Arrange student social work placements/apprenticeships partner in the Place Training academy, ASYE lead and moderator Work alongside the PSW for North East Lincolnshire on specific projects involving navigo and promoting social work across PLACE Analytical and Judgemental Skills Analyses highly complex Service User information, derived from a variety of sources which may conflict or be incomplete, using assessment tools to develop care plans. Evaluates and makes decisions about support options, taking into account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors that have shaped the individual, family or group. Makes decisions around positive risk taking and decisions to discharge. Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of Service User harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the Service User. Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk. Support the Social Workers of Navigo in embedding the PCF framework into their practice, offering supervision and CPD sessions Planning and Organisational Skills Provides expert advice, guidance and consultation to other staff contributing directly to Service Users diagnosis, formulation and intervention plan. Facilitates decision-making by planning and mapping processes/ interventions with members of the team or the wider nursing service to determine the most appropriate treatment modality or service for Service Users. Leads the multi-disciplinary care team in the development and implementation of multi-disciplinary care plans where appropriate. Monitors progress during the course of multi-disciplinary interventions. Provides expertise and advice to facilitate the effective and appropriate provision of care by all members of the wider team across the designated service and locality. Responsibility for Service User/Service User Care, Treatment and Therapy Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist care to Service Users with severe and enduring mental health conditions or learning disabilities which include psychiatric, physical and social co-morbidity and significant behaviours that challenge. Plans individual Service User care and where appropriate co-ordinates care within the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and external agencies. Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation The Social Work Lead is responsible for identifying service gaps and develop plans and programmes to address identified needs. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the clinical leadership team in the overall operational planning and development of the specified service area advising senior colleagues on those aspects of the service which may need addressing at a broader strategic level Take a lead in strategic service development projects as required ranging from acting as a resource in setting a strategic direction for the specified aspect of service to the development, agreement and management of specific project plans in line with agreed Navigo/locality business objectives Play a key role in the professional development of healthcare professionals through integration into appropriate academic and research committees locally and nationally. Identify specialist training needs for professionals Develop and deliver evidence-based training and development programmes to nursing and multi-disciplinary colleagues Responsible for identifying and proposing changes to policies and procedures which may impact on multi-disciplinary teams across the locality. Including the development of policy and procedure to ensure sound governance commensurate with practice guidelines. Responsible for robust implementation of policies within own area of responsibility Lead in the demonstrable measurement of clinical effectiveness of any change process in line with the requirements of clinical governance Person Specification Knowledge Essential Substantial evidence- based practice relevant to the role Advanced, in-depth knowledge of audit and development and quality improvement methodologies and their application. Ability to assess all levels of risk within an evidence-based framework. In-depth applied knowledge of statutory legal frameworks Clinical governance and its application in practice Applied knowledge of relevant guidance e.g., NICE Principles of managing change. Social Inclusion agenda Quality improvement methodology Desirable Awareness of how to undertake mental health assessments incorporating biological, psychological, cultural and social perspectives Experience Essential Liaison and joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies. Working with Service Users as covered by the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, MHA Code of Practice, Care Act Providing clinical and professional leadership to other qualified and non-qualified members of the profession. Managing multi-agency service delivery models. Autonomous clinical decision making Developing and delivering training programmes and clinical supervision Project management of quality and service improvement initiatives. Experience of managing change e.g. implementing new models of care, new pathways, service development activities Goal setting and delivery of targets within deadlines. Working well under pressure, within tight deadlines, and producing good quality results Leading formulation, review and treatment within the context of the multidisciplinary team Assessing capacity to consent to treatment. Qualifications Essential Professionally qualified registered Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Minimum of 5 years post professional qualifying clinical experience Band 6 and above Evidence of postgraduate study - certificate or diploma or Masters within the candidates professional field. Be prepared to undertake a specific qualification where the role is required. Evidence of continuing professional development Best Interest Assessor Qualification Practice Educator Qualification Desirable Recognised teaching qualification Additional Criteria Essential Communication and Working Relationship Skills Abilities to communicate effectively at all levels, especially in respect of decisions taken and the reasons for these. Ability to keep appropriate records and to be aware of the legal requirements with regard to this. To understand and manage the competing requirements of confidentiality and information sharing. Compile and complete statutory documentation Demonstrated ability to present evidence to courts, tribunals and managers hearings. Communicates in a way which recognises difference and ensures that people feel included and their individual communication needs are met Analytical & Judgemental Skills Provide effective clinical leadership skills that are capable of establishing direction and purpose and leading others Adapt creatively the evidence base for interventions in mental health for Service Users with communication difficulties / learning disabilities. Provide consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups Undertake complex multiagency working and liaise with multiple systems Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and behaviours that challenge Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work. Planning & Organisational Skills Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional, academic and public settings IT literate standard keyboard skills Time management skills Teaching and presentation skills Influencing skills Analytical and problem solving skills Team-work skills. Desirable Full, clear driving license and use of a car. Person Specification Knowledge Essential Substantial evidence- based practice relevant to the role Advanced, in-depth knowledge of audit and development and quality improvement methodologies and their application. Ability to assess all levels of risk within an evidence-based framework. In-depth applied knowledge of statutory legal frameworks Clinical governance and its application in practice Applied knowledge of relevant guidance e.g., NICE Principles of managing change. Social Inclusion agenda Quality improvement methodology Desirable Awareness of how to undertake mental health assessments incorporating biological, psychological, cultural and social perspectives Experience Essential Liaison and joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies. Working with Service Users as covered by the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, MHA Code of Practice, Care Act Providing clinical and professional leadership to other qualified and non-qualified members of the profession. Managing multi-agency service delivery models. Autonomous clinical decision making Developing and delivering training programmes and clinical supervision Project management of quality and service improvement initiatives. Experience of managing change e.g. implementing new models of care, new pathways, service development activities Goal setting and delivery of targets within deadlines. Working well under pressure, within tight deadlines, and producing good quality results Leading formulation, review and treatment within the context of the multidisciplinary team Assessing capacity to consent to treatment. Qualifications Essential Professionally qualified registered Social Worker registered with Social Work England. Minimum of 5 years post professional qualifying clinical experience Band 6 and above Evidence of postgraduate study - certificate or diploma or Masters within the candidates professional field. Be prepared to undertake a specific qualification where the role is required. Evidence of continuing professional development Best Interest Assessor Qualification Practice Educator Qualification Desirable Recognised teaching qualification Additional Criteria Essential Communication and Working Relationship Skills Abilities to communicate effectively at all levels, especially in respect of decisions taken and the reasons for these. Ability to keep appropriate records and to be aware of the legal requirements with regard to this. To understand and manage the competing requirements of confidentiality and information sharing. Compile and complete statutory documentation Demonstrated ability to present evidence to courts, tribunals and managers hearings. Communicates in a way which recognises difference and ensures that people feel included and their individual communication needs are met Analytical & Judgemental Skills Provide effective clinical leadership skills that are capable of establishing direction and purpose and leading others Adapt creatively the evidence base for interventions in mental health for Service Users with communication difficulties / learning disabilities. Provide consultation to other professionals and non-professional groups Undertake complex multiagency working and liaise with multiple systems Identify, provide and promote appropriate interventions / means of support for carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and behaviours that challenge Utilise appropriate clinical governance mechanisms within own work. Planning & Organisational Skills Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team Able to use own initiative and make decisions independently Use multimedia materials for presentations in professional, academic and public settings IT literate standard keyboard skills Time management skills Teaching and presentation skills Influencing skills Analytical and problem solving skills Team-work skills. Desirable Full, clear driving license and use of a car. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Navigo Health and Social Care CIC Address Hope Court / and other Navigo Sites Cromwell Road Grimsby Springboard, Cromwell Road, Grimsby, DN37 9LN DN37 9LN Employer's website https://navigocare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)