Advanced Care Coordinator Role

6 days ago


Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Livewell Southwest Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Advanced Care Coordinator to join our Discharge to Assess (DTA) team at Livewell Southwest.

About the Job

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to work in a dynamic and multi-skilled team, consisting of nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, community care workers, and support workers.

The DTA model aims to support better outcomes for people leaving hospital by providing timely and safe discharges, assessments, and care provision tailored to individual needs. As an Advanced Care Coordinator, you will be responsible for discharging statutory social care functions on behalf of the organization and upholding the standards outlined in the Professional Capability Framework for Social Work.

You will undertake complex and proportionate assessments that are evidence-based, including Mental Capacity assessments and Care Act Assessments. Your role will also involve arranging and reviewing the delivery of social care support, supporting individuals to take risks in complex situations, and undertaking safeguarding investigations.

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who can maintain positive working relationships and communicate clearly with team colleagues, line managers, other professionals, service users, and their families/carers.

A qualification in Social Work, such as a postgraduate diploma, bachelor's degree, or master's level, is essential for this role. You should also have proven relevant experience of working in the health and social care sector, knowledge of social work theories and models, and familiarity with the legal framework relevant to social work.

We offer a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of benefits, including protected CPD time, various development pathways, leadership and mentoring programs, and access to funding for training.

Job Responsibilities

Key responsibilities include:

  • Undertaking holistic assessments, implementing, and reviewing care and support plans to meet identified needs;
  • Considering best value options when planning for people's care and support, including awareness of 3rd sector provision and assistive technology;
  • Undertaking statutory duties and assessments, including risk management, mental capacity, best interest, carers, CHC, in accordance with relevant legislation and guidance;
  • Maintaining accurate records and contributing to the development of the team and the organization;
What We Offer

Livewell Southwest is committed to valuing its employees and making an investment in their development a priority. We offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Protected CPD time for registered staff;
  • Variety of development pathways and ongoing regular training packages for all staff;
  • Leadership and mentoring programs;
  • Access to funding for training, including the Care Certificate, Assistant Practitioners Course, and Scholarship Into Nurse Training;
  • A robust preceptorship program;
  • A bespoke induction program;
About Us

Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise providing integrated health and social care services for people across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon. With teams in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centers, and health and wellbeing hubs, we prioritize kind, respectful, inclusive, ambitious, responsible, and collaborative values. We champion a positive work-life balance and offer multiple flexible working options.



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