Full job descriptionBusiness Support Officer
*Salary: £13.45 per hour
*Location: Sheffield
*Job Type: Temporary, Full-time
Join our dedicated Sheffield DoLS Team as a Business Support Officer. This role is crucial in supporting the Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS), a legal framework designed to protect vulnerable individuals in hospital or care home settings by ensuring that any restrictions on their freedom are lawful, necessary, and in their best interests.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Process DoLS Form 1 applications and all associated documentation.
*Record and process DoLS applications and related forms on the Liquidlogic Adults System (LAS).
*Handle hospital DoLS applications and withdrawal requests.
*Submit enquiries to the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG).
*Upload and maintain electronic documents, reports, and case records.
*Update and maintain relevant spreadsheets and tracking systems.
*Respond to enquiries and chaser requests from care homes.
*Arrange and book interpreters as required.
*Coordinate room bookings and handle telephone enquiries.
*Provide administrative support and respond to requests from supervisory bodies and partner organisations.
*Process notifications of death and update records accordingly.
*Complete pending renewal tray checks and monitor outstanding actions.
*Collate documentation for Social Workers and other professionals.
*Prepare and provide legal documentation to the legal department when requested.
*Supply documentation to Best Interests Assessors (BIAs) as required.
*Process DoLS authorisations and renewals, including both high and low priority renewals.
*Support the administration of Mental Health Act (MHA) assessments and weekly allocation processes.
*Liaise with advocates and Independent Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs), responding to enquiries and providing administrative support.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Excellent concentration, accuracy, and attention to detail.
*Ability to manage a varied and demanding workload.
*Experience in handling sensitive and confidential information.
*Proficient in using office software and systems, particularly databases.
*Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
*Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
Benefits:
*Comprehensive training covering all duties and systems as part of the induction process.
*Supportive team environment.
*Opportunity to contribute to a service that protects and supports vulnerable individuals.
To apply for the Business Support Officer position, please submit your CV by clicking Apply Now.