Independent Living Coordinator

4 days ago

Rugby CV, United Kingdom CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD Full time £25,000 - £35,000 per year

2 Months contract with a local authority

Summary
  • The Independent Living Co-Ordinator plays a crucial role in supporting residents of the council's Independent Living Schemes, ensuring they can live independently and maintain their well-being. This position involves promoting health and wellness, providing effective housing management services, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the quality of life for residents. The role is essential in fostering a supportive community environment and ensuring compliance with safety and housing standards.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with a small team to deliver independent living and housing management services.
  • Conduct regular home visits to assess resident well-being and adjust support as needed.
  • Communicate resident welfare concerns to relatives, healthcare providers, and external agencies.
  • Organize and promote health and wellness activities within communal facilities.
  • Partner with council services and external organizations to facilitate community activities.
  • Encourage resident participation in activities and programs.
  • Provide comprehensive housing management services.
  • Coordinate with other council teams to address housing management issues.
  • Ensure continuity of service during team absences.
  • Conduct and record fire and health safety checks, reporting issues as necessary.
  • Demonstrate and maintain the council's lifeline equipment.
  • Arrange for replacement of lifeline units and assistive technology as needed.
  • Inspect scheme areas for health and safety compliance and report issues.
  • Maintain scheme administration, management, and maintenance standards.
  • Educate residents on fire evacuation procedures.
  • Report incidents and health and safety issues promptly.
  • Conduct estate walkabouts and address tenancy or safety breaches.
  • Safeguard children and vulnerable adults, reporting concerns per council procedures.
  • Maintain and update resident information and scheme inventory.
  • Support the Control Centre during major incidents.
  • Perform additional duties as required by the Head of Communities and Homes.

Experience

  • Experience working with older and vulnerable populations to support independent living.
  • Understanding of issues affecting independent living, such as dementia and isolation.
  • Calm, approachable demeanor with a common-sense approach.
  • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Teamwork skills and understanding of team dynamics.
  • Full driving license.
  • Commitment to the council's CAN DO values.
  • Flexibility to work across various locations.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other Windows-based programs.
  • Knowledge of Health and Safety Regulations, Data Protection, and confidentiality.

Additional information to note

  • Working hours: 37 hours per week
  • Location: Town Hall, Evreux Way, Rugby CV21 2RR – 2/3 days based in the office

The role closes soon, apply ASAP

To work with residents of the Councils Independent Living Schemes to ensure they can live independently and remain in their own home. To promote health and well-being with residents to help facilitate independent living. Work with the team to co-ordinate regular visits to all residents in their own homes. Work with other council services, relevant external organisations and the voluntary sector to facilitate their providing activities in the communal areas of a scheme

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