Placement Officer

1 month ago

Wokingham, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Wokingham Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of £23 which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Placement Officer this role will be: RG40 1WH

The right candidate will:

* We are looking for a Placement Officer to join our Adult Social Care team. This is a critical role where you will be responsible for sourcing placements for vulnerable adults, including those ready to be discharged from the hospital. You will work closely with Social Workers and care providers to negotiate fees and secure appropriate placements, all while ensuring the best outcomes for the people we support.

* Source and secure placements for vulnerable adults.

* Build strong working relationships with care providers, enabling effective fee negotiation.

* Communicate effectively with Social Workers and confidently challenge decisions when necessary.

* Provide duty cover, triaging and redirecting emails and responding to urgent queries.

* Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and within required deadlines.

We require the following:

* Effective Communication – Confident in liaising with Social Workers and care providers via telephone and other channels.

* Resilience and Tenacity – Able to handle challenging situations and navigate complex care requirements. Work Under Pressure – Comfortable working under tight deadlines and pressure.

* Social Care Background – Experience in social care settings, understanding the complexities of adult care placements.

* Process Driven – Methodical approach to tasks, ensuring all information is accurately recorded and followed up.

* Do you have experience in social care?

* Are you confident in communicating with professionals and able to negotiate effectively?

* Are you methodical in your work and accurate in record-keeping?

* Can you work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines?

* Are you a team player who can collaborate effectively with colleagues and external partners?

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon

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