Independent Living Assessor
Service Care Solutions is currently recruiting for an Independent Living Assessor in Kensington and Chelsea.
The Independent Living Assessor will support the social work and occupational therapy teams to provide social care services, equipment, and minor adaptations, promoting the independence and well-being of residents in the Royal Borough.
Pay rate: £15.41 PAYE / £19 Umbrella
Main Responsibilities:
1. Provide timely and responsive assessments, re-assessments, and/or reviews delivering personalised care to support users and carers with non-complex needs to shape their own lives, encouraging maximum independence and safety.
2. Assess according to the agreed eligibility criteria and organise the equipment, adaptations, and services required in a safe, timely and effective manner.
3. Develop an understanding of a variety of methods of overcoming and managing problems of daily living (using alternative techniques, arranging equipment, equipment trials, minor adaptations, home care services, re-ablement, direct payments) and advise (and as relevant demonstrate to) clients, relatives, and carers on their application, suitability, and safe usage.
4. Undertake placements within the different disciplines within the assessment services and participate in their duty service.
Requirements:
1. Experience in a similar role
2. Enhanced DBS
3. Knowledge and understanding of the issues facing people who may need Social Care and Community Equipment Services
If you are interested in the Independent Living Assessor position, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Emma at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208964 or email emma.petricco@servicecare.org.uk.
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