Job summary
The role of Coordinator is to
oversee and lead a small team of support workers to ensure the people we
support have their care and support provided to them in the way they choose.
About you
Qualified to NVQ Level 3 or willing to work towards
Experienced in leading and supporting a team
operationally.
Have a positive attitude to disability and the
transforming care agenda (homes not hospitals for people with a learning
disability or Autism)
Experience of Positive behavior support models
Good verbal and written communication skills
Able to prioritize own and others work, and motivate
staff members to be the best they can be
Able to work flexibly as part of a rota to include
weekends, bank holidays and evenings.
How to apply:
Click on the apply button which will redirect you to the Jobs Go Public (JGP site) where we handle all our vacancies.If you already have a JGP account you will be asked to login, or alternatively if you dont have an account, you will be guided through the set up process. Access to an account is necessary, as all updates regarding your application will be sent via the JGP site to the email you have used to register.
If you are experiencing problems or have any queries about the application process, please call us on 01572 758349 or email us atrecruitment@rutland.gov.uk
Main duties of the job
About the role
Supported
living is part of the wider Community Care services. The team provide care and
support to adults with a learning disability within a small, supported living
service.
Other duties include:
To promote social inclusion, reducing isolation and
contribute to service development to meet both individuals and service outcomes.
To maintain the staff rota to ensure adequate
support is provided, coordinating annual leave, training and sickness cover
amongst the team.
Arrange, coordinate and contribute to
multi-disciplinary planning meetings for individuals to ensure an integrated
coordinated health, social care and community approach to service delivery.
The successful applicant for this post will be subject to an enhanced
check by the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The costs for the DBS are
paid by us.
The Community Care Services Coordinator interviews will be held on 4th
December 2023.
Please be
advised this could be subject to change, in which case we will give appropriate
notice.
We will
be reviewing applications on a regular basis and inviting those who meet our
essential person specification criteria to interview. If youre interested in
this role, we strongly encourage you to apply without delay.
Find out more:
To learn more about working with us visithttps://jobs.rutland.gov.ukor if you have any queries about this role please contact Tammy Thurley Team Manager Community Care Services on 01572 758480 or attthurley@rutland.gov.uk.
About us
Our offer
to you:
Rutland Council is committed to Flexible Working
and understands the benefits of supporting employees to manage their work and
life balance, whilst meeting the needs of the service.
We are committed to supporting and
empowering our staff to be the best workers that they can be and Rutland
Council is the place you want to be. Our benefits go beyond
the salary being part of a great team, excellent Local Government Pension,
generous annual leave, opportunities to learn and develop your career, and a
demonstrable commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff.
Please be aware that in the event of a high volume of
applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date.
All recruitment correspondence, including interview
details, will be sent out via email from the Jobs Go Public site. If you
require documentation/correspondence in an alternative format, please contact
the Recruitment team.
Rutland County Council is committed to Equality and Diversity
and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Everyone at Rutland County Council has a
responsibility for, and is committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare
of Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults and for ensuring that they are
protected from harm.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Position Title: Community
Care Services Coordinator
Grade: 6
Directorate: Adults
& Health
Department: Community
Care Services
Responsible to: Team Manager Community Care Services
Purpose of the Job:
To Coordinate and facilitate service provision
supporting people who have been assessed of having a need for support,
promoting their independence and enabling choice and control.
To promote social inclusion, reducing isolation and
contribute to service development to meet both individuals and service
outcomes.
Main Responsibilities
1. To act as a role model, mentor, supervisor and coach to community care
workers to ensure the provision of a high quality service.
2. To contribute to the delivery of the induction training for new care
staff and support Workers undertaking the NVQ programme.
3. To maintain the staff rota to ensure adequate support is provided,
coordinating annual leave, training and sickness cover amongst the team
4. To facilitate person centred plans/goals, reviews and health plans
ensuring people having meaningful and achievable outcomes, promoting
independence by enabling people to make their own choices and decisions.
5. Arrange, coordinate and contribute to multi-disciplinary planning
meetings for individuals to ensure an integrated coordinated health, social
care and community approach to service delivery.
6. To support individuals following training including (this list is not
exhaustive):-
a. personal care ensuring all tasks are carried out with respect for privacy
and dignity and in line with needs, wishes and preferences as defined in the
support plan.
b. promoting healthy lifestyles for individuals, liaising with other
professionals and agencies as appropriate
c. undertaking specific health related tasks and implement plans of support
developed by members of the multi-disciplinary team
d. supporting with medication in line with agreed policy and individual
support plans following training
e. adhering to safe moving and handling procedures in line with individual
support plans.
f. supporting and promoting opportunities for individuals to access
education and/or employment opportunities
g. assist individuals manage their own money and to keep a record of
expenditure in accordance with RCC policy, including adhering to their tenancy
agreement and liaise with representatives from Housing Associations
h. identifying assistive equipment and demonstrating the safe use of such
equipment
i. undertaking the Role of Duty officer as and when required
j. undertaking waking nights/sleep overs if working in the supported living
service
7. To safeguard and promote the welfare of people in Rutland through the
embedding of safeguarding processes and practise.
8. To assist and be involved, as necessary and directed, in transport
arrangements for the service, including driving The Community Support Service
vehicles where appropriate.
9. To deputise for a Community Care Services Team Manager as necessary.
10. To offer support to health and social care colleagues by deploying staff
to respond to a Crisis within Rutland.
11. To undertake quality assurance audits and observations, in order to
support and implements improvements across the service
12. To act in accordance with the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct
and the Councils Values, recognising the duty of all public sector employees
to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law.
13. Take reasonable care for your health
and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by the performance of
your duties. Where appropriate you will safeguard the health and safety of all
persons and premises under your control and guidance in accordance with the
provisions of Health and Safety legislation and Rutland County Councils and Directorate
codes of practice and procedures. You
will exercise proper care in handling, operating and safeguarding any
equipment, vehicle or appliance provided, used or issued by the Council or
provided or issued by a third party for individual or collective use in the
performance of your duties.
14.
To lead and develop a motivated team and ensure
they are developed in their role through effective use of My
Conversation/supervision and effective performance management as appropriate.
Behaviours and
outcomes
To be a role model for
the One Council ethos and values.
Respond to pressure and change
flexible and adaptable to sustain performance.
Build and manage
relationships, share knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Actively support new
initiatives and try different ways of doing things.
Dimensions
Day to day operational management
responsibilities for the Community care services and supervision of community
support workers
No budget responsibility
Job description
Job responsibilities
Position Title: Community
Care Services Coordinator
Grade: 6
Directorate: Adults
& Health
Department: Community
Care Services
Responsible to: Team Manager Community Care Services
Purpose of the Job:
To Coordinate and facilitate service provision
supporting people who have been assessed of having a need for support,
promoting their independence and enabling choice and control.
To promote social inclusion, reducing isolation and
contribute to service development to meet both individuals and service
outcomes.
Main Responsibilities
1. To act as a role model, mentor, supervisor and coach to community care
workers to ensure the provision of a high quality service.
2. To contribute to the delivery of the induction training for new care
staff and support Workers undertaking the NVQ programme.
3. To maintain the staff rota to ensure adequate support is provided,
coordinating annual leave, training and sickness cover amongst the team
4. To facilitate person centred plans/goals, reviews and health plans
ensuring people having meaningful and achievable outcomes, promoting
independence by enabling people to make their own choices and decisions.
5. Arrange, coordinate and contribute to multi-disciplinary planning
meetings for individuals to ensure an integrated coordinated health, social
care and community approach to service delivery.
6. To support individuals following training including (this list is not
exhaustive):-
a. personal care ensuring all tasks are carried out with respect for privacy
and dignity and in line with needs, wishes and preferences as defined in the
support plan.
b. promoting healthy lifestyles for individuals, liaising with other
professionals and agencies as appropriate
c. undertaking specific health related tasks and implement plans of support
developed by members of the multi-disciplinary team
d. supporting with medication in line with agreed policy and individual
support plans following training
e. adhering to safe moving and handling procedures in line with individual
support plans.
f. supporting and promoting opportunities for individuals to access
education and/or employment opportunities
g. assist individuals manage their own money and to keep a record of
expenditure in accordance with RCC policy, including adhering to their tenancy
agreement and liaise with representatives from Housing Associations
h. identifying assistive equipment and demonstrating the safe use of such
equipment
i. undertaking the Role of Duty officer as and when required
j. undertaking waking nights/sleep overs if working in the supported living
service
7. To safeguard and promote the welfare of people in Rutland through the
embedding of safeguarding processes and practise.
8. To assist and be involved, as necessary and directed, in transport
arrangements for the service, including driving The Community Support Service
vehicles where appropriate.
9. To deputise for a Community Care Services Team Manager as necessary.
10. To offer support to health and social care colleagues by deploying staff
to respond to a Crisis within Rutland.
11. To undertake quality assurance audits and observations, in order to
support and implements improvements across the service
12. To act in accordance with the principles set out in the Employee Code of Conduct
and the Councils Values, recognising the duty of all public sector employees
to discharge public functions reasonably and according to the law.
13. Take reasonable care for your health
and safety and that of other persons who may be affected by the performance of
your duties. Where appropriate you will safeguard the health and safety of all
persons and premises under your control and guidance in accordance with the
provisions of Health and Safety legislation and Rutland County Councils and Directorate
codes of practice and procedures. You
will exercise proper care in handling, operating and safeguarding any
equipment, vehicle or appliance provided, used or issued by the Council or
provided or issued by a third party for individual or collective use in the
performance of your duties.
14.
To lead and develop a motivated team and ensure
they are developed in their role through effective use of My
Conversation/supervision and effective performance management as appropriate.
Behaviours and
outcomes
To be a role model for
the One Council ethos and values.
Respond to pressure and change
flexible and adaptable to sustain performance.
Build and manage
relationships, share knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.
Actively support new
initiatives and try different ways of doing things.
Dimensions
Day to day operational management
responsibilities for the Community care services and supervision of community
support workers
No budget responsibility
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3/QCF in Social Care or willingness and ability to achieve within agreed timescale
Desirable
- Assessors award or willingness to achieve within agreed timescale
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Person Centred Planning
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Experience of community development work
Desirable
- Experience of leading and supporting a small staff team
Skills
Essential
- Able to manage health and safety issues through completion of the risk assessment processes
- Ability to liaise with other agencies, organisations, clients and their carers
- Motivated and committed
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Tolerant and diplomatic
- Adaptable and flexible
- Positive attitude to disability and an understanding of the purpose of advocacy
- Appreciation of a multi-agency approach
- Ability to prioritise own and others work and motivate staff members
- Able to manage own time and that of others
- Ability to demonstrate practical interpersonal skills
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing
- Able to work with confidentiality, sensitivity and diplomacy
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Aptitude with IT
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
Essential
- Able to recognise discrimination and be proactive in ensuring the Councils policy is put into practice.
Other
Essential
- Current full driving licence
- Able to undertake practical tasks including manual handling of service users and assistance with personal care.
- Able and willing to work flexibly across 7 days a week including evenings and weekends , Bank Holidays and nights.
- Undertake on call duties as and when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3/QCF in Social Care or willingness and ability to achieve within agreed timescale
Desirable
- Assessors award or willingness to achieve within agreed timescale
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of Person Centred Planning
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Experience of community development work
Desirable
- Experience of leading and supporting a small staff team
Skills
Essential
- Able to manage health and safety issues through completion of the risk assessment processes
- Ability to liaise with other agencies, organisations, clients and their carers
- Motivated and committed
- Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Tolerant and diplomatic
- Adaptable and flexible
- Positive attitude to disability and an understanding of the purpose of advocacy
- Appreciation of a multi-agency approach
- Ability to prioritise own and others work and motivate staff members
- Able to manage own time and that of others
- Ability to demonstrate practical interpersonal skills
- Ability to receive and communicate information verbally and in writing
- Able to work with confidentiality, sensitivity and diplomacy
Desirable
- Supervisory skills
- Aptitude with IT
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
Essential
- Able to recognise discrimination and be proactive in ensuring the Councils policy is put into practice.
Other
Essential
- Current full driving licence
- Able to undertake practical tasks including manual handling of service users and assistance with personal care.
- Able and willing to work flexibly across 7 days a week including evenings and weekends , Bank Holidays and nights.
- Undertake on call duties as and when required.
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.
