The Council’s Strategic Projects team would like to invite you to an OIC staff drop-in session

Last week we were celebrating National Inclusion Week as an opportunity to promote inclusion in the workplace.

I am writing to ask that all staff ensure that when entering or exiting any Council premises

Orkney Health and Care is proud to welcome another registered social worker to the team. Esther Stephen has successfully completed her Continuous Professional Learning - a registration requirement that newly qualified social workers have to evidence with the Scottish Social Service Council at the end of their first year post-qualification.

Esther says the management support she’s received has been vital to reaching her goal of becoming fully registered:

National Inclusion Week is a great time for focussing on workplace activities that highlight the importance of inclusion as well as a time to celebrate inclusion in all its forms. The week is an opportunity to spotlight areas we do well and build on areas we can strengthen. As an employer, we are continually striving to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can bring their full selves to work, to feel valued and respected and to reach their full potential.