Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
The Hospital Of St John and St Elizabeth
- Location St Johns Wood , England - London
- Contract type Permanent
- Working hours Full Time
- Contract type Permanent
St John’s Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care and lymphoedema services to patients from Northwest London and North Central London ICBs. The Hospice comprises a 15 bedded inpatient unit, day care unit, community specialist palliative care service, service, lymphoedema service and social work and bereavement service. The bereavement service is for both adults and children.
To provide a readily accessible welfare benefits advice service for palliative care patients and families known to St Johns Hospice. To provide a readily accessible welfare benefits advice service for patients and families receiving care from St Johns Hospice. The aim of the role is to maximise income, manage debt and where the patient and family can build financial management skills. The post holder will undertake casework, assisting clients to access their entitlements to welfare benefits and other sources of financial help.
Responsibilities of the Post of Welfare Rights Advisor Role
To receive referrals for Welfare benefit advice from members of the St Johns Hospice MDT
To work autonomously with a minimum of supervision to review cases, complete appropriate analysis and determine the appropriate level of support and advice to offer in each case to progress cases appropriately. This will involve a comprehensive case plan with milestones and relevant external (multi-disciplinary agencies) and internal links (Health professionals- Doctors, nurses etc)
To be able to deal sensitively with vulnerable patients and their family or carers and provide appropriate advice and support.
As part of the review of cases assess the patient’s financial circumstances and agree and document a casework plan.
To assess the social and emotional needs of the patient and family and to refer as appropriate to the relevant other departments in the hospice or to external agencies.
Liaise and negotiate with other statutory and voluntary organisations and ensure good working relationships with health professionals supporting the patient to progress the client’s case and ensure they receive all assistance available.
Develop working relationships with health professionals supporting the client group.
To signpost patients threatened with homelessness or in need of special housing assistance to the appropriate agency.
To assess the needs of patients with no recourse to public funds or legal status in the UK and refer to the appropriate agency.
To be able work with clients in 1:1 face to face situations, though group work through telephone contact, email and written communication.
Maintain detailed records for the purpose of continuity of case work and information retrieval.
Record data of referrals, open and closed cases on the departments computerised database system. To utilise these figures for audit and service provision requirements, analysis of themes and service improvements.
As part of the assessment of cases request applications for grants from various charities.
Provide teaching and training to other members of the MDT.
To remain up to date with all issues relating to welfare benefits.
Am I the right person for the Welfare Rights Advisor role?
Successfully completed industry standard qualification (e.g. MAS/MaPS Money Advice Accredited Learning) to be able to provide financial advice (or willingness to work towards an accepted qualification
Demonstrable experience in delivering advice in welfare benefits, debt or other financial advice (e.g. budgeting)
Experience of working with people living with chronic health conditions
Experience of working with people living with palliative care needs
Working in the charitable sector
Experience of working in Health or social care
Why apply for this role?
At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training, we offer our employees a wide range of benefits;
When you become part of the HJE Family, these are some of the benefits you will receive:
Private healthcare scheme worth up to £20,000 per year
27 days annual leave
Blue Light Card discounts
Interest-free season ticket loans
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
Free newspaper and media subscriptions
Local Business discounts
Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
Refer a Friend scheme
Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
Personal development and training courses
Annual events and recognition awards
Career progression and increments
For employees joining us from the NHS, we can provide continuation of your NHS pension
If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful, forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.
This job expires on 24th December 2023
Apply for this jobThis link will take you to an external job site at this link:
The Hospice Jobs Board is a comprehensive listing of UK hospice vacancies, and offers a flexible and cost-effective solution for job advertising.
#J-18808-Ljbffr-
Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the South Camden Rehabilitation and Recovery Team The service works with adults who have a range of complex mental health problems, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the...
-
Welfare Rights Advisor
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the South Camden Rehabilitation and Recovery TeamThe service works with adults who have a range of complex mental health problems, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support.The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally...
-
Welfare Rights Advisor
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom HOSPICE UK Full timeThe Hospital Of St John and St Elizabeth Location St Johns Wood , England - London Contract type Permanent Working hours Full Time St John’s Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care and lymphoedema services to patients from Northwest London and North Central London ICBs. The Hospice comprises a 15 bedded inpatient unit, day care...
-
Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom HOSPICE UK Full timeThe Hospital Of St John and St Elizabeth Location St Johns Wood , England - London Contract type Permanent Working hours Full Time St John’s Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care and lymphoedema services to patients from Northwest London and North Central London ICBs. The Hospice comprises a 15 bedded inpatient unit, day care...
-
Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom HOSPICE UK Full timeThe Hospital Of St John and St Elizabeth Location St Johns Wood , England - London Contract type Permanent Working hours Full Time St John’s Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care and lymphoedema services to patients from Northwest London and North Central London ICBs. The Hospice comprises a 15 bedded inpatient unit, day care...
-
Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom HOSPICE UK Full timeThe Hospital Of St John and St Elizabeth Location St Johns Wood , England - London Contract type Permanent Working hours Full Time St John’s Hospice provides a wide range of specialist palliative care and lymphoedema services to patients from Northwest London and North Central London ICBs. The Hospice comprises a 15 bedded inpatient unit, day care...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
2 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally diverse...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeJob summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally diverse...
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
2 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom London Borough of Camden Full time**Salary**:£43,004 **Job level**: Level 4 zone 1 **Work Location**: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG **Hours per week**: 36 **Contract Type**: 12 month fixed term **Closing Date**:Tuesday 4th June 2024 at 23:59 **Alternative flexible working options available** **About us** In Camden we are committed to working together to make our borough the best place...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
1 month ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally...
-
Welfare Rights Specialist
4 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom Camden and Islington NHS Foundation Trust Full timeAn opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Welfare Rights advisor in the Camden Early Intervention Service. The service works with adults who are experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis, many of whom struggle to manage their finances without appropriate levels of support. The team is a well established multidisciplinary service serving the culturally...
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
4 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom London Borough of Camden Full timeAbout usIn Camden we are committed to working together to make our borough the best place to live, work, study, and visit. Partnership with our communities is central to the way we work, so that everyone can access opportunities, and nobody gets left behind.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Welfare Rights Adviser to provide specialist welfare...
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
1 month ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom London Borough of Camden Full timeAbout usIn Camden we are committed to working together to make our borough the best place to live, work, study, and visit. Partnership with our communities is central to the way we work, so that everyone can access opportunities, and nobody gets left behind.About the roleWe are seeking an experienced Welfare Rights Adviser to provide specialist welfare...
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom London Borough of Camden Full timeSalary:£43,004Job level: Level 4 zone 1Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AGHours per week: 36Contract Type: 12 month fixed termClosing Date:Tuesday 4th June 2024 at 23:59Alternative flexible working options availableAbout usIn Camden we are committed to working together to make our borough the best place to live, work, study and visit....
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom LONDON BOROUGH OF CAMDEN Full time £43,004This job is brought to you by Jobs/Redefined, the UK's leading over-50s age inclusive jobs board. Job Description Salary: £43,004 Job level: Level 4 zone 1 Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG Hours per week: 36 Contract Type: 12 month fixed term Closing Date: Tuesday 4th June 2024 at 23:59 Alternative flexible working options...
-
Senior Welfare Rights Advisor
2 weeks ago
London, Greater London, United Kingdom Camden Council Full timeSalary: £43,004Job level: Level 4 Zone 1Work Location: 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG Hours per week: 36Contract Type: 12 month fixed term Closing Date: Thursday 6th June 2024 at 23:59Alternative flexible working options availableAbout usIn Camden, we are dedicated to collaborating to enhance our borough, making it the best place to live, work, study,...
