Duration: Initially 4 months
Hours: 22 hours per week
Rate: £24 umbrella an hour (£19 PAYE an hour)
Bromley Council are looking for a Part Time Placement Officer to join their Adult’s Service
The role is based in co-located offices in Orpington. This role will involve weekend working and as an example you will cover: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday. Week 2: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Responsibilities:
- This role involves sourcing domcare support packages to enable people to go home from hospital where they have health and social are needs
- You will work closely with colleagues from the PRUH and SPA to enable discharges
- Receive referrals and assessments from Social Care for Service Users requiring services in a timely, professional, efficient and positive manner
- Make recommendations to the Social Worker/referrer on the most appropriate and best value options that will meet the service user’s needs
- Negotiate the cost of placements and support packages to ensure that the Authority receives the best value service and the most appropriate care and support for Service Users
Requirements:
- High level of computer and IT skills and experience, record keeping and telephone communications
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Sound understanding of the Care Standards and relevant legislation
- Knowledge of local services and community resources
- Experience of negotiating agreements or contracts
- Educated to a high level A levels
