Independent Living Advisor

2 weeks ago


Swindon, United Kingdom BDS Northern Full time

BDS have an exciting opportunity for an Independent Living Advisor to join our client on a fixed term basis for 6 months in Swindon.

Reporting to the Independent Living Manager, you will be responsible for providing an intensive housing management service to sheltered housing and extra care customers.
- You will also assist customers in accessing correct housing benefit assistance or financial advice to pay rent/service charges, and complete referrals for assistive technology, aids and adaptations which will help to maintain customer independence.
- You will carry out periodic site inspections and tests.
- Monitoring the quality of contractors, such as window cleaning and grounds maintenance.

**You will need to be flexible to travel between our schemes when required (3 schemes) A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is required.**

**What we’re looking for**:

- Previous experience of working with the elderly and vulnerable and proven ability to foster a spirit of co-operation and a sense of independence within this group.
- Ability to adapt communication style to suit individual needs.
- Previous experience in carrying out administrative work.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Good verbal and written communication
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office

**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: £13.98 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Life insurance
- Referral programme

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person



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