Job Overview
This is a part‑time position (22.2 hours per week) with flexibility in working pattern. Pro‑rata salary range: £26,971 – £31,730 per annum.
Responsibilities
- Provide specialist advice and professional expertise for health professionals and social workers, demonstrating expert practice in complex situations.
- Support colleagues to mitigate high levels of risk, make independent decisions, and coordinate across services (health, social care, education) to ensure timely discharges and avoid institutionalised care.
- Facilitate preventive and integrated approaches for autistic individuals and/or those with learning disabilities displaying challenging behaviours, including those with mental health conditions.
- Coordinate community services to allow people to remain in the community and manage discharge planning from inpatient services.
- Chair Care and Treatment Reviews for the cohort.
- Travel within Essex and beyond as required; possess a driving licence and access to a vehicle or alternative means.
Qualifications
- Degree level education (Diploma or Degree in Social Work or Nursing) or equivalent.
- Evidence of continuing professional development and subject‑matter expertise; membership of a relevant health or social care professional body.
- Significant experience working with people with learning disabilities and/or autism, understanding health and social care systems, and relevant legal/statutory frameworks.
- Up‑to‑date understanding of all relevant legislation, including the Mental Health Act.
- Experience chairing multi‑agency meetings with clients, families, carers and professionals, making decisions on complex issues.
- Ability to challenge and negotiate with senior stakeholders to ensure services align with national policy for the population.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building and maintaining relationships with professionals, service users, families and providers to achieve positive outcomes.
- Experience researching best practice and implementing national policy locally in the learning disability and autism sectors.
Travel
The role requires travel around Essex and beyond. A valid driving licence and access to a car, or other suitable transportation, is essential.
EEO and Equality Education
Essex County Council is a Disability Confident Leader and commits to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. The council also ensures the interview of veterans and care leavers who meet the minimum requirements.
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