Duty Careline Officer Out of Hours
Hammersmith and Fulham
£25.29ph
Accountabilities:
To work Monday to Friday during core operational hours. And will be required to work 4 out of 8 bank holidays
To work within European working directives
To respond to all telephone & alarm calls, providing a link between the caller and appropriate services by assessing the nature of emergency calls, prioritising level of urgency and responding accordingly.
To visit service users where necessary, driving to the property, identifying the extent of practical and emotional support required and contacting and liaising with other emergency services, agencies, next of kin etc., as appropriate.
To be responsible for maintaining an accurate computerised record of all calls and requests for assistance from internal and external Departments and agencies and to assess such requests and liaise with the appropriate personnel.
To install telecare alarms and equipment
Knowledge & Skills:
To carry out all duties in accordance with relevant Council, departmental and local policies, procedures and standards.
To be aware of the Council’s Health and Safety Policy and to work safely.
To attend and participate in a range of meetings as appropriate.
To participate in training and make constructive use of supervision and performance review to enhance opportunities for personal development, and to contribute improvements to the service
To carry out the responsibilities of the post at all times with due regard to equal opportunities, the Data Protection Act and the maintenance of confidentiality and service user choice.
To develop good working relationships with all other teams across services, other directorates, business groups and partner agencies and other stakeholders
To undertake any other appropriate duties as directed by line managers.
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