Social Care Assessor

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 Social Care Assessor this role will be: EN1 3ES, Hybrid

The right candidate will:

• To be the first point of contact for Adult Social Care and other related services and to provide high quality and comprehensive support to empower users and carers to plan, work towards and achieve their outcomes.
• To use judgement, assessment and decision-making skills to identify and allocate appropriate resources to meet customer needs and requirements, determine eligibility for services and other support and assistance, including the assessment of risk to service users.
• This includes practical assistance in terms of the provision of disability equipment and home adaptions to users with a physical disability in order to maintain their maximum independence within the community.
• Working effectively individually and as part of a team, to achieve service outcomes and actively contribute to the development and smooth running of the service in accordance with local policies procedures and legislation.
• To ensure that all related administrative functions are undertaken.

We require the following:

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting with a range of adults with different levels of needs and/or an understanding of how their disability or health may impact on their ability to compete daily tasks.
• Experience of completing assessments and care planning in line with the care act, making use of collaborative support with people in achieving their goals, outcomes and maximisation of their independence through the use of resources such as community resources, assistive technology or equipment and adaptations.
• To have experience of working with multiple statutory and non-statutory agencies to facilitate holistic assessments and continuity of care, while providing a best practice approach to all contacts in-line with local polices.

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,