Donna Whitehead
About
A qualified Social Worker for over 18 years working primarily with Adults with Complex and Challenging Needs, Learning Disabilities, Autism and Mental Health Needs. Significant experience working with Local Authorities, NHS and Provider Services to carry out Complex Needs Assessments and develop bespoke accommodation options to meet unique needs. Skilled in Needs Assessments, Care Planning, Reviews, MCA and Transitional Assessments. Worked in Local Authority, Provider Services and Independently. Previously worked as a CQC Registered Manager, implementing systems which reduced restrictions around a person. Practiced as Transforming Care and Restraint Reduction Lead.
Skills include
Experience in Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, Autism, Transforming Care and Restraint Reduction, capably of carrying out Bespoke Assessments.
Qualifications
Post Graduate Certificate in Autism and Aspergers. Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Mental Health. Diploma in Social Work
Professional interests
Abuse, neglect, bullying and safeguarding,
Disability issues,
Social justice, poverty and housing,
Social work history, policies and reform
Type of work and clients
Complaints,
Compliance,
Direct work with families and carers,
Direct work with service users,
Inspection,
Inter-agency working,
Local authority departments,
NHS organisations,
Private / independent sector,
Quality assurance,
Voluntary sector
Business Details
Telephone
07596087199
Location
Bolton
Lancashire
United Kingdom