Social Care Specialist

2 days ago


Devon, United Kingdom Devon County Council Full time
Opportunity for a 2-Year Secondment

Internal Opportunity for DCC Employees

We are seeking a skilled Social Care Assessor to join our BLIS Community Health & Social Care Team for a 2-year secondment. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional to gain experience and contribute to the team's work.

The BLIS CHSC Team works with adults over 18 with physical disabilities, requiring Care Act Assessments. Referrals are received for various diagnoses, and much of this work is done alongside Health colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess individual care needs and identify suitable outcomes
  • Build upon individual strengths, access voluntary support, or commission care packages
  • Conduct virtual or face-to-face assessments, depending on the presenting need and risk

Requirements:

  • Confidence in assessment skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Robust knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act, Safeguarding Adults, and Human Rights Act
  • Ability to work with diverse referrals and diagnoses

What We Offer:

  • Full-time position with 37 hours per week
  • Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team
  • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working and part-time options

Devon County Council's Commitment:

  • Diversity and inclusion: we welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality, and promote diversity
  • Safeguarding: we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults

Application Information:

  • Internal applicants: please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply

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