Care Act Assessor

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

An opportunity has arisen for a Care Act Assessor role within the East Staffs IRT Adult Social Care Team. The successful applicant will be based at Edwin House, Burton although currently there are opportunities to also work between home and the office.

This is a busy, fast paced and demanding role and will include the telephone screening of referrals, which are received directly into IRT and completing Statutory Care Act Assessments under the supervision of the Practice Lead. The successful applicant will be working closely with service-users, carers, partner agencies and other professionals responding to referrals received by the team and determining the level of response required.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive and innovative individual who possesses excellent communication & organisational skills and has a good working knowledge of the Care Act 2014. The individual must be positive and work flexibly as part of a team with a strong commitment to the personalisation agenda.

Main duties of the job

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Trust is also committed to professional development and will provide opportunities for training.

It is highly desirable for the candidate to have some previous experience of working with vulnerable adults or adults with a disability. Other essential skills are a confident telephone manner and good computer literacy.

Following an induction and training period there will be some opportunity for blended working balanced between the home and office environment. You will require a driving license and a vehicle for business use.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

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