Care Act Assessor

Job overview

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Band 4 Care Act Assessor – 9-month contract for Stafford Adult Social care

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Care Act Assessor post on the Stafford Initial Response team – Full time

We are looking to recruit a Care Act assessor to cover maternity leave and to work within the Adult Social care team in Stafford. The position is within the older persons with physical disability team which is a community-based team working with adults over 18 years of age with a range of physical and Mental health needs.

As a Care Act Assessor on the Initial response team, you will complete holistic assessments and reviews for individuals within the Stafford area, using The Care Act 2014 to consider eligibility and wellbeing. You will identify any needs and gather information to ensure that needs are being met in the most appropriate way and that outcomes are being met, including considering appropriate services to meet the needs of individuals. You will be responsible for your own caseload; visits will be within people’s own homes as well as care settings such as residential, nursing, and extra care.

Main duties of the job

The post will involve travel and so a driving licence and access to a vehicle are crucial

The post holder will be expected to access social care and health records to gather information, therefore it is important for the post holder to be able to use a computer and understand the importance of good recording. You will require effective communication and written skills and be willing to work as part of a team to promote best outcomes for individuals. You will be required to be self-motivated and organised to manage any competing demands and be provided with all relevant training and support in the role.

Midlands Partnership Foundation Trust is dedicated to ongoing Social Care development, and you will have access to the Social Work learning academy in order to promote professional development. You will also receive the support of your team and your line manager who will provide regular supervision both on a formal and informal basis.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full details, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Social Work Learning Academy (SWLA)

On appointment, you will be enrolled in the SWLA and aligned to the appropriate British Association of Social Work Professional Capabilities Framework. The relevant SWLA ‘stage’ (i.e. stage 1 (ASYE), 2 (Social Worker) or 3 (Advanced Social Worker) will also be agreed taking all prior Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and relevant experience into consideration. The post holder will be required to take responsibility for their own Continuous Professional Development.

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.