L5 H&Sc Unit 505 (M2C)

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Unit 505 Working in partnership health and social care or children and young people’s settings (M2c) 1. Identify the features of effective partnership working Person-centred care has become the foundation of efforts to reform health care in the UK. This is the core concept that Government Policy is built around and a major aspect enabling individuals to participate in decision making about their care at every level. By focusing on the individuals’ aspirations and goals, placing them at the centre, the care team can ensure that their best interests are maintained and preferences are considered. Health Act 1999 Partnership working is a key element of practice in the health and social care setting. The idea of power sharing, consultation and joint ways of working are essential to effective service provision. Understanding the importance of promoting autonomy with individuals is necessary with all professionals working in health and social care, and appreciating their own roles and responsibilities and how they relate to others in the sector. Our company, and home, think creatively about recruitment and with little training, clients are also welcomed to be involved during the initial interview stage. During recruitment, throughout training and career progression effective partnership is always looked at. These include: • Respect for one another and skills and contribution of colleagues • Effective communication • Honesty and trust • Effective listening • Realistic expectations • Clear, concise objectives/aims/goals • Working to an agreed practice • Empathy and compassion There are several theories relating to effecting partnership working such as team working, avoidance of social loafing and groupthink and supportive approach. Meredith Belbin concluded that an effective team has members that cover nine key roles in
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