Job Description

Title:

Independent Mental Capacity Advocate

Department:  Operations

Reporting to:  Advocacy Manager

 Office Base:  Swansea

This post will be subject to an Enhanced Check, including the Adult / Children
Barred Lists

1

Purpose

1.1

1.2

To  provide  an  Independent  Mental  Capacity  Advocacy  (IMCA)  service
within the ASC area of operation, as required by the Mental Capacity Act
2005.

The  post  holder  will  provide  non-instructed  advocacy  (NIA)  support  to
people who lack capacity and are un-befriended, in relation to decisions
regarding serious medical treatment, long term move of accommodation,
care reviews and adult safeguarding.

1.3

The post holder will also provide the required roles under Deprivation of
Liberty Safeguards (DoLS).

1.4

IMCAs are expected to provide a duty advocacy role as part of a rota

2

Core Competencies

2.1

To achieve the objective of this role the IMCA must place the client at the
centre of all actions and decision making and must display the necessary
competencies, skills and attitudes in their day to day work.

2.2

These competencies include: -

2.2.1

being non-judgemental;

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2.2.2

promoting anti-discriminatory practice;

2.2.3

maintaining confidentiality;

2.2.4

promoting empowerment and self-determination;

2.2.5

promoting equal opportunities, equality and diversity;

2.2.6

2.2.7

ensuring that clients are treated with dignity and respect as part
of ethical practice;

Detailed knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005, including
its Code of Practice, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

3  Main Duties and Responsibilities

3.1

Advocacy Tasks

3.1.1

3.1.2

3.1.3

3.1.4

3.1.5

3.1.6

To  undertake  the  statutory  IMCA  role  as  set  out  in  the  Act,
regulations, Code of Practice, Local Engagement Protocols and
any  subsequent  directives.    IMCAs  must  have  regard  to  the
Mental Capacity Act Code of Practice.

To  receive  and  respond  to  referrals as  required  by  the  IMCA
Advocacy  Manager  and  in  accordance  with  Engagement
Protocols and Codes of Practice.

To provide clients with the information they need in order to be
involved  in,  express  their  views  of,  or  complain  about  their
treatment and care.

To enable clients to identify and articulate their wishes, feelings
and needs in relation to services and advocating as necessary.

To liaise, communicate and negotiate effectively with a range
of health and social care personnel and managers to promote
multi-disciplinary working, an awareness of the role of the IMCA
and the rights of patients.

To  provide  a  duty  advocacy  role  on  a  rota  basis.    The  Duty
Advocate responds to general enquiries and will take referrals
for all our services including IMHA, IMCA and Community. The

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Duty Advocate is the first line of enquiry for any professional or
client who wants information about their rights, what our service
provides.  It  is  therefore  vital  that  the  duty  advocate  is
knowledgeable  about  all  of  our  services  and  procedures.  To
signpost  and  refer  on  people  for  issues  that  fall  outside  the
scope of the IMCA role.

3.1.7

To work within the Advocacy Code of Practice and the Mental
Capacity Act Code of Practice.

3.2

Awareness Raising

3.2.1

3.2.2

3.2.3

To  promote  the  role  of  advocacy  and  services  that  ASC
provides within a variety of settings.

To liaise with other agencies, identify and implement ways of
enabling  closer  communication  between  clients,  carers,
professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies.

Establish and maintain links with community groups, voluntary
sector  providers  and  social  service  authorities  including  BME
and older persons groups and services.

3.2.4

To actively promote a positive image of ASC.

3.3

Advocacy Support in Cymru Ltd tasks

3.3.1

Following  successful  completion  of  the  probationary  period,
IMCAs  are  expected  to  obtain  the  City  &  Guilds  Diploma  in
Independent  Advocacy,  in  particular  the  IMCA  specialisms,
within  12  months  of  employment  after  probation.    This  is  a
condition of our Service Level Agreement and must be adhered
to.    This  may  involve  some  out  of  hours'  time  commitment.
Failure to achieve this qualification within this period is likely to
result in your employment being terminated.

3.3.2

Monitor services by using the required recording systems and
in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

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3.3.3

3.3.4

3.3.5

To  contribute  towards  quarterly  and  annual  Commissioners
Reports.

To  assist  the  Advocacy  Manager  in  the  development  and
implementation  of  the  Business  Plan  and  other  related
documents.

To  complete  all  required  service  documentation  and  general
documentation,
reports,
required by  ASC,  ensuring  that there  are accurate  records  of
work pertaining to the post.

including  comprehensive  case

3.3.6

Meet all required deadlines...

Oh3 Ltd - Occupational Health
Roles Physician

 Edinburgh /Glasgow - Occupational Health Physician – 1-3 in-clinic days per

1.
week at Edinburgh clinic, the rest negotiable/other sites/hybrid/home working. Role to suit ie
MFOM and FFOM will be more involved in policy and management plus a clinical
commitment. Applicants with GMC-Recognised Trainer status will be able to deliver
supervision requested in Role 2. Non-Trainer doctors will be mainly clinical, and
Diploma level doctors supported to progress if wished to higher qualification through
CESR.

2.       Consultant OHP GMC-Recognised Trainer – If not part of Edinburgh role

above, trainer role required part time for provision of supervision for OH3 Diploma
doctors wishing to progress with CESR route to OHP consultant level - Role and
hours to suit for interested applicant. Can be combined with some case
management from home if desired.

Contract: Role 1 - Permanent, full-time or part-time, Role 2-to suit

OH3 Ltd is a SEQOHS approved national provider with an opportunity for 1-2
motivated, quality driven Occupational Health Physicians (OHPs) to play a key role
in delivering expert medical advice and guidance to our clients. You will play a
pivotal role in supporting employee health and wellbeing across a diverse range of
organisations. At least 1-2 days per week of face-to-face delivery from our
Edinburgh clinic is currently needed in the heart of the city just off Princes Street, 2
minutes from Waverley station. Some remote / working from home is possible, with
occasional travel to other sites. You will deliver expert clinical advice through case
management, consultations, and collaborative engagement with employers and
healthcare professionals. Your input will help shape safe, healthy workplaces and
enable effective workforce participation.

Key tasks:

•  Conducting Occupational Health assessments and providing evidence-

based advice to employers and employees, helping them work optimally
together

•  Managing a range of health cases including fitness for work, workplace

adjustments, and return-to-work planning

•  Confidently offering face to face, telephone and video consultations
which demonstrate your clinical acumen, empathy and support
•  Producing clear, concise, and professional reports combining helpful
medical opinions with effective actions likely to be operationally
feasible

•  Liaising with employers, HR teams, and other healthcare
professionals to support employee health and wellbeing.

•  Offshore assessments working with an OH Nurse or Technician.
•  Supporting and Mentoring OHAs and, if possible OHPs
•  HAVS Tier 4 assessments (Training for HSE approved status will be

provided if no current qualification held)

What we’re looking for:

•

Ideally, a qualified and experienced Occupational Health Physician with

Oh3 Ltd - Occupational Health
Roles Physician

MFOM or FFOM with GMC-Recognised Trainer status to enable
supervision of doctors undertaking CESR route. AFOM and also DOccMed
doctors also welcome to apply.

•  Strong clinical knowledge and good experience in occupational
health preferred, including case management, workplace
assessments, and health surveillance.

•  Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships

with clients and colleagues.

•  A proactive and solution-focused approach to occupational health

challenges combined with strong organisational and time management
skills.

•  Familiarity with relevant workplace health legislation and guidelines.
•  Preference will be given to more experienced OHPs but doctors earlier
in their Occupational Health career are also welcome to apply too as we
offer experience and support across a wide range of clinical conditions
learning how to apply existing knowledge to workplaces in a variety of
industries. We are pleased to support and facilitate further training and
qualifications through the CESR route.

What we offer:

•  A competitive salary and benefits package all pro-rata to WTE

•  The chance to work in the heart of Scotland’s beautiful capital city, at least

some of the week

o  Contributory pension scheme gradually increasing over time.
o  Starting on 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays,

gradually increasing.
o  Medical Indemnity cover
o  Private Medical Insurance (Single Person) membership fees (non-

contractual)

•  A supportive clinical environment with access to experienced colleagues

•  Options for working model -purely clinic based or hybrid

•  Opportunity to work across a wide range of industries and organisations

•  Support for those pursuing the CESR portfolio pathway

•  5 days of CPD leave per year (pro rata)-

•  Online CPD app and provision of appraisal/RO (funded for 4-5 day posts)

•  Future opportunities for career progression

•  Help with funding for higher training

•  Private remote 24hr GP access, EAP, physio and dietician provision via our

app including wellness hub

•  Neurodiversity support – onlin...