Job summary
ERS@Home provide care/support packages which are recovery focussed and support people to regain and/or maximise their independence over a period of time (maximum up to 6 weeks dependant on recovery). When required this will be in conjunction with our therapy services. By working together, we can help optimise the functional needs and independence of our patients. Patients accessing this service will be predominantly (but not exclusively) the elderly care group (over 65). This post offers the opportunity to work closely with all members of the multi disciplinary teams.
Mainly working with computer systems such as RIO and CM2000 software. The successful applicant will manage the re-enablement care caseload, allocating work appropriately and efficiently, responding to changes in caseload delivery as required. The care co-ordinator will be required to support patients with re-enablement care when the need arises, and will therefore need to be a car driver, with access to a car. The Care Coordinator needs to possess excellent communication skills, and the role also involves line managing a team of staff with support from the Lead Care Coordinators, and the Clinical Lead.
This is a 30 hour post, the service runs from 0800-2100, you would be required to work a mix of Early and Late shifts, and alternate weekends.
Main duties of the job
The Care co-ordinator will work as an active member of the Integrated Intermediate Care Hub and in partnership with therapy teams for Southern health Care Team for Southern Health to provide a high quality, efficient and effective service to patients.
The post holder will assume responsibility for the co-ordination and allocation of reenablementcare delivery, working within their scope of practice alongside the clinicaland administration team professionals. They will work within relevant legal and ethical frameworks and in accordance with organisational protocols and policies.
The Care co-ordinator will be proficient, knowledgeable and competent. Educated to NVQ level 3/4, or equivalent, they will continue to develop in their role through the acquisition of further skills, knowledge and competences, to be determined by the needs of patients, the service and the team.
About us
Southern Health is one of the largest NHS Foundation Trusts in the UK, specialising in mental health and learning disabilities, as well as offering physical health community-based services.
With a workforce of more than 7000 and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we're wholeheartedly committed to providing the best possible healthcare, reaching a range of diverse communities, whilst placing patients and staff at the forefront of all our endeavours.
We are currently working closely with other NHS Trusts to integrate all our collective community, mental health, and learning disability services. Our new organisation, to be known as Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Foundation Trust, is set to launch in July 2024.
The transformation will happen in staggered stages; Hampshire CAMHS, part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust joined Southern Health in February 2024, with Isle of Wight NHS Trust mental health and community services transitioning in early May 2024. The final combination of Southern Health and Solent Trusts is anticipated to occur in July 2024, when the new organisation will be formed.
Our new Trust will continue to cater to the unique needs of different communities, making healthcare across the county more accessible, as well as offering staff more opportunities for career development, training and partnership working.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare in Hampshire.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. *NVQ level 3/4 or equivalent.
2. *Full Driving licence