Carers Assessment Support

Carers Assessment Support - Wellbeing Team

• Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (flexible hours available).
• Start ASAP.
• Initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend or apply for a permanent role.
• Interviews can be conducted via Teams or face-to-face.
• Role is within Doncaster with Doncaster City Council

Overview:

• The Wellbeing Team is well-established and supports adults aged 18+ with a wide range of needs.
• The team has been tasked with taking over Carers Assessments, including new assessments, regardless of whether the individual identifies as a carer.

Role Focus:

• The primary focus will be on conducting Carers Assessments and completing the associated paperwork.
• Frontline delivery of an "all age person centred" service in a locality, to help people to lead healthy, connected and active lifestyles, which allow them to remain living independently in their homes for longer.
• Ensuring that individuals have choice and control in how their support is provided.
• Customer facing delivery of early intervention and prevention solutions to reduce escalation to costly services

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Experience working with people in a supportive, conversational capacity.
• Carers Assessment experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with Mosaic or similar case management systems is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills are prioritized over system knowledge.
• Background in community-based roles (e.g., Community Care Officer, Assessment Officer).
• Knowledge of local community resources is beneficial.

Work Environment:

• Office-based at the Civic Office for support and paperwork.
• Home visits required to understand individuals’ lives.
• Driving is essential due to city-wide coverage

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