Financial Assessment & Benefits Officer – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Complete financial assessments for residents receiving adult social care support.
  


• Conduct welfare benefit checks and income maximisation reviews.
  


• Engage with residents and their representatives through remote and face-to-face appointments.
  


• Provide advice on welfare benefit entitlements and financial support options.
  


• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.
  


• Collaborate with the DWP and other agencies to verify financial information.
  


• Support assessment reviews and reassessments.
  


• Direct vulnerable residents to appropriate support services as needed.
  

• Experience in completing Adult Social Care financial assessments.
  


• Knowledge of Care Act charging regulations and welfare benefits.
  


• Experience in a customer-focused environment.
  


• Strong communication and organisational skills.
  


• Ability to manage sensitive information with professionalism.
  


• Proficiency in using Adult Social Care systems such as ContrOCC, LAS (Liquidlogic), or similar.
  


• Enhanced DBS.
  

Desirable

• Experience with Local Authorities.
  


• Understanding of Universal Credit and income maximisation.
  


• Familiarity with systems such as Northgate, Searchlight, or CIS.
  


• Qualification in Welfare Benefits.
  

What's on Offer?

• £20.00 per hour (Umbrella)
  


• 3 Month Contract
  


• Hybrid Working
  


• Laptop Provided
  


• Bracknell Town Centre Location
  


• Opportunity to join a supportive Adult Social Care Finance team and make a significant impact on residents' wellbeing.