Liaison Officer

2 weeks ago


Edwinstowe, United Kingdom Newark & Sherwood Community Voluntary Service Full time

After gaining additional funding we are seeking to appoint a part-time Liaison Officer to support individuals who are recognised as being in the last year of life and those important to them. We have two part time positions of 18.5 hours available, one to cover Newark and Sherwood and one to cover Mansfield and Ashfield. Combining the two part time posts to make one full time position will be considered.

As part of the team, you will be devoted to:

- Achieving the optimum quality of life for patients and their families facing a terminal illness
- Helping patients live meaningfully in the time they have left.
- Supporting patients to have control and choices over decisions about their care & keep their independence.
- Supporting patients to have a ‘good death’.
- Providing emotional, practical support to both patients and loved ones to help alleviate stress, anxiety, and social isolation.
- Helping loved ones to plan and prepare for life after the death of their loved one.

You will have:

- Sensitivity and understanding
- The ability to work well with others.
- Patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
- Customer service skills
- Experience in a similar role within the voluntary sector.
- Experience of delivering a frontline service
- Experience of working with volunteers

Please note CVs will not be considered.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £24,324.00 per year

Expected hours: 18.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company car
- Company events
- Company pension
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Sales: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edwinstowe