Shared Lives Officer

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Enfield Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6  months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Shared Lives Officer this role will be based at: EN1 3ES

The right candidate will:

Shared Lives Officer To support the effective delivery of Enfield’s Shared Lives scheme, a CQC-registered adult social care service that enables adults with eligible care and support needs to live safely, independently and as part of a Shared Lives household and local community.

The post holder will provide person-centred support to Shared Lives carers and adults in placement, helping to ensure arrangements are safe, well-matched, stable, regularly reviewed and responsive to assessed needs, outcomes, wellbeing, dignity and choice.

The role will support key scheme activity including carer recruitment, assessment, training, approval, matching, monitoring and review, while promoting the Shared Lives model of care and support within an ordinary family and community setting.

The post holder will work in line with CQC requirements, safeguarding duties, Council policies and Shared Lives good practice, maintaining accurate records, identifying risks or changes in need, and working with carers, adults, families, social care colleagues and partner agencies to support safe and sustainable placements.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,