DigiKape Resourcing is a leading recruitment agency, specialising in filling ad hoc shifts and providing temporary and permanent placements for both public and private sectors.
St Helens Council are looking for Moving and Handling Advisors to support a Moving with Dignity project aimed at reducing double-handed care packages to single-handed care. The project has proven successful, and additional staffing has been agreed for 2 years to support it. Professionals interested in this role must have experience working with people who have complex needs. An experienced HCPC registered Occupational Therapist or a professional with appropriate moving and handling skills and training is required, and candidates must be able to confidently work on their own initiative, juggle a busy workload, and build strong working relationships.
Job Role:
* Knowledge of up-to-date moving and handling techniques, including moving and handling equipment, and a good understanding of complex physical disabilities.
* Experience in the provision of equipment and major adaptations; good IT skills would be an advantage.
* Responsible for completing moving and handling assessments, detailed risk assessment reports, and offering moving and handling training to formal and informal carers.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to demonstrate credibility with professionals from partner agencies.
* Ability to assess needs, prepare care plans, and implement them accordingly, with a working knowledge of current legislation.
To be considered, please apply to this advertisement with your CV or send it directly to DigiKape at info@digikape.co.uk, clearly stating the job role and location/area being applied for.
To discuss this opportunity further, please contact us directly at 03333396737 or email info@digikape.co.uk.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term - 2 years
Pay: £17.59-£17.59 per hour
Work Location: In person
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