Independent Living Adviser

DescriptionWe are looking for someone to join our Hartlepool team
You will be instrumental in providing advice and information to individuals with disabilities who live independently
This is a varied role that is based in the office/home and will involve travel throughout the community.
Location: Hartlepool, TS25 5TG [A mixture of office/home working].
Salary: £15,535 per annum, increasing to £15,845 per annum upon successful probationary period.
Hours: 25 Hours per week
Days & Times: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 2:30pm.
Closing: Friday 19th May 2023
Interviews: TBC
Interviews may take place face to face or via video conferencing software
Further details will be discussed with applicants who are shortlisted for our screening telephone call process.
The Role – Your main duties will include:
* Advising individuals on all aspects of their care packages, including financial aspects
* Managing your own caseload
* Supporting individuals with the recruitment and ongoing management of care staff
* Providing accurate information in a clear and concise format that meets the individual's needs
* Recording and maintaining accurate records and providing reports as required
* Organising and attending meetings/reviews with individuals, colleagues and local authority staff
Skills, Experience and Qualifications – We are looking for someone with the following attributes:
* Experience of providing information or advice to others or within a customer service environment
* The ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, adapting your style to suit the audience
* The ability to manage diary and workload effectively
* The ability to produce letters and other documents to a high standard
* The ability to input and maintain accurate data records
* The ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
* The ability to work flexibly and to deadlines
* Current driving licence and unrestricted use of vehicle
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages [including Word, Excel and Outlook]
* Hold minimum GCSE Grade 'C' or equivalent in English and Maths
This post is subject to the completion of a satisfactory DBS check prior to appointment.
Penderels Trust is a Disability Confident employer and will offer a guaranteed interview to disabled candidates who meet the job specification
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£15,535
TS25, Greatham, Hartlepool
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