Short Break and Direct Payments Officer

2 weeks ago

Dudley, Dudley, United Kingdom Myn Full time
Job Description

Myn is recruiting for a Short Break and Direct Payments Officer on behalf of our long-term client in the West Midlands. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities and their families by managing resources and ensuring they receive the support they need through Direct Payments and Short Break services.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support and Manage Relationships: Support and manage relationships with families accessing Short Breaks and Personal Budgets through the Children with Disabilities Team.
  • Financial Transactions and Resource Allocations: Oversee and supervise financial transactions and resource allocations to ensure families can effectively use available services.
  • Service Development and Promotion: Contribute to the development and promotion of Direct Payments and Short Break Services, ensuring they align with a child-centred, inclusive approach.
  • Collaboration and Improvement: Work alongside commissioning leads and external providers to improve access to resources for children with disabilities.
  • Financial Reviews and Administration: Conduct financial reviews of services provided through Direct Payments to ensure they meet the needs of the children. Manage the administration of Direct Payments, including ensuring DBS checks for Personal Assistants and supporting parents with managed or devolved accounts.
  • Collaboration with Health and SEN Teams: Collaborate with health and SEN teams to ensure Personal Budgets meet the assessed needs of children.
  • Reporting and Record-Keeping: Prepare reports, maintain records, and ensure the effectiveness of Short Break provision.
Requirements
  • Experience and Skills: Significant experience working in a related field, ideally within children's services or SEND. Experience in financial administration and managing Direct Payments. Strong partnership working skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues, external partners, and service users.
  • Knowledge and Competence: Knowledge of SEND policies and promoting independence and resilience for children and young adults. Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities under pressure. Competence in IT, particularly Microsoft Excel, and the ability to use social care records and data systems.

Myn is a committed team working to enhance support for children with disabilities and their families. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real difference. If you're passionate about helping children and families and have the skills and experience to manage these vital services, we want to hear from you.

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