Job summary
This post is critical to the development and delivery of effective and high standard Continuing Healthcare provision within Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. The post holder will hold a caseload of highly complex individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism requiringbespoke case-management, and will be responsible for clinical case management, assessments and reviews of people known to the Continuing Healthcare team.
Working autonomously, the post holder will have continuing responsibility for proactively monitoring and managing individuals on the caseload of the team, and will use clinical reasoning and criticalthinking to effectively meet the needs of CHC funded individuals. The post holder will develop knowledge in relation to continuing healthcare, underpinned by theory and clinical expertise, and will work in partnership with other disciplines and agencies, including GPs, social services, community nursing and therapists, care agencies, care homes and mental health services in order to manage the care of people with highly complex needs, with a particular focus on Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Main duties of the job
Provide a skilled and specialist comprehensive assessment of care needs for and to clients.
Act as patient advocate for complex and vulnerable client group, with a main focus on individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Monitor and review care for own case load.
Undertake to provide personalised care plans where appropriate with consultation from other professionals.
Ensure care is appropriately delivered.
Liaise with acute sector, community services, social services, care agencies, nursing homes and voluntary agencies as appropriate.
Work in partnership with patients and carers to enable them to make informed choices about care and treatment to promote their health and wellbeing.
To work in a collaborative manner with, Health & Social care colleagues in the co-ordination and best interest of the client.
Carry out Mental Capacity Assessments relating to care and accommodation for the caseload.
Carry out Best Interest Meetings when appropriate.
Present cases to complex case panel for funding approval to ensure that care is safe, sustainable and equitable.
Ensure that robust systems for communication within the team are followed.
Maintain clear and concise and up to date records of care, in line with approved standards.
To ensure contemporaneous and accurate record keeping is maintained.
About us
We are committed to creating an inclusive organisation that promotes and values diversity. We know from experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds create a stronger, more creative workplace that helps us to deliver the best services. We welcome applications which represent the rich diversity of our community; from people of all ages, disabled people, all genders, people from ethnic minority groups, LGBTQ+ people, people with diverse gender identity and expression, people from all religions and beliefs and other diverse characteristics, and we have processes in place to ensure that all applications are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a passionate healthcare professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex needs? Were looking for a dynamic and skilled practitioner to join our Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team, supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.
Why This Role Matters
This pivotal post plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-quality Continuing Healthcare provision. Youll manage a caseload of highly complex individuals, providing bespoke case management and ensuring their care is safe, sustainable, and person-centred.
What Youll Be Doing
Deliver specialist assessments and reviews for CHC-funded individuals.
Act as a patient advocate for vulnerable clients, focusing on Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Develop and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Liaise with GPs, social services, community nurses, therapists, care agencies, and mental health services.
Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and lead Best Interest Meetings.
Present cases to complex case panels for funding approval.
Contribute to policy development and research initiatives within BNSSG.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
Support audit pathways and budget management for NHS-funded care.
What Were Looking For
A qualified healthcare professional with experience in clinical case management.
Strong clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills.
Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across agencies.
Passion for improving outcomes for individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Commitment to continuous learning and service improvement.
What Youll Gain
The opportunity to influence strategic healthcare delivery.
A supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
Ongoing professional development and training.
The chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
Ready to take the next step in your career and champion high-quality care for those who need it most? Apply today and become a vital part of our compassionate and forward-thinking team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a passionate healthcare professional ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with complex needs? Were looking for a dynamic and skilled practitioner to join our Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team, supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and/or Autism across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire.
Why This Role Matters
This pivotal post plays a critical role in shaping and delivering high-quality Continuing Healthcare provision. Youll manage a caseload of highly complex individuals, providing bespoke case management and ensuring their care is safe, sustainable, and person-centred.
What Youll Be Doing
Deliver specialist assessments and reviews for CHC-funded individuals.
Act as a patient advocate for vulnerable clients, focusing on Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Develop and implement personalised care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Liaise with GPs, social services, community nurses, therapists, care agencies, and mental health services.
Conduct Mental Capacity Assessments and lead Best Interest Meetings.
Present cases to complex case panels for funding approval.
Contribute to policy development and research initiatives within BNSSG.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records.
Support audit pathways and budget management for NHS-funded care.
What Were Looking For
A qualified healthcare professional with experience in clinical case management.
Strong clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills.
Proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively across agencies.
Passion for improving outcomes for individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
Commitment to continuous learning and service improvement.
What Youll Gain
The opportunity to influence strategic healthcare delivery.
A supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
Ongoing professional development and training.
The chance to make a lasting difference in your community.
Ready to take the next step in your career and champion high-quality care for those who need it most? Apply today and become a vital part of our compassionate and forward-thinking team.
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes
- Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services.
- Experience in communications and stakeholder management
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management
- Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate
- Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
- Skills for project management
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support Skills for managing projects ensuring they meet financial targets.
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Used to working in a busy environment Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Professional calm and efficient manner Effective organiser
- Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development Workforce development knowledge and experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Project ECDL
- Previous experience in similar role in public sector
- A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it
Person Specification
Knowledge, Training and Experience
Essential
- Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
- Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes
- Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services.
- Experience in communications and stakeholder management
- Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
- Evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management
- Skills for communication on complex matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
- Skills for nurturing key relationships and maintaining networks.
- Ability to analyse and interpret information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues
- Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands Strategic thinking - ability to anticipate
- Attention to detail combined with the ability to extract key messages from complex analysis
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where they may be a number of courses of action.
- Skills for project management
- Ability to engender trust and confidence and demonstrate integrity in the provision of advice and support Skills for managing projects ensuring they meet financial targets.
- Skills for manipulating information. Intermediate keyboard skills
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload without supervision working to tight and often changing timescales
- Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships
- An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust
- Used to working in a busy environment Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change
- Commitment to continuing professional development
- Professional calm and efficient manner Effective organiser
- Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
Desirable
- Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development Workforce development knowledge and experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Project ECDL
- Previous experience in similar role in public sector
- A good understanding of the health and social care environment and roles and responsibilities within it
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board
Address
NHS Bristol, North Somerset & South Gloucestershire ICB
Floor 2, North Wing, 100 Temple Street,
Bristol
BS1 6AG
Employer's website
https://bnssg.icb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
