DoLS Best Interests Social Worker - Impact in Care

Lancashire County Council; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great annual leave

LGPS pension scheme

Staff discounts

Wellbeing programme

Training & development

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker in the Deprivation of Liberty Team to deliver Best Interests Assessments under DoLS. The role requires working across Lancaster, Fylde and Wyre with a focus on compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding responsibilities.

You will join a supportive Adult Social Care team, contribute to professional development, supervision, and quality assurance, and manage complex cases while providing expert guidance to

Qualifications

• Must be registered with Social Work England (SWE).
• Experience delivering DoLS Best Interests Assessments.
• Strong assessment, mentoring and quality assurance skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out statutory DoLS Best Interests Assessments.
• Ensure compliance with Mental Capacity Act 2005 and related legislation.
• Provide professional advice and support to colleagues and external professionals.

Skills

Best Interests Assessor

DoLS knowledge

Mental Capacity Act

Education

Social Worker qualification

Job description

Lancashire County Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker in the Deprivation of Liberty Team to deliver Best Interests Assessments under DoLS. The role requires working across Lancaster, Fylde and Wyre with a focus on compliance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and safeguarding responsibilities.

You will join a supportive Adult Social Care team, contribute to professional development, supervision, and quality assurance, and manage complex cases while providing expert guidance to