Overview
Enablement is all about taking an individual on a journey to independence or reducing the long‑term care needs. This is achieved through planned support with aspects of daily living, including personal care, while working for and alongside a structured team that includes the Enablement Locality Organiser, Enablement Support Workers, Business Support Teams, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists and various multi‑agency partners in KCC and the wider health sector.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a caseload of people using the service, including enablement/assessment provision.
* Support service users in establishing SMART Enablement goals, identifying the appropriate level of need and the outcomes required, and enabling them to maintain their independence.
* Provide practice monitoring, supervision and training to a team of Enablement Support Workers in the community and monitor the quality of service delivered.
* Ensure that staff work in a healthy and safe environment.
* Work closely with Occupational Therapy and Case Management colleagues to ensure assessments are holistic and all opportunities are maximised.
Requirements and Skills
* An empathetic and caring approach.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of working with a diverse range of people and challenging situations.
* Skills to empower people on our service to support them in reaching their personal goals and maximising their independence.
* Ability to travel across the required geographical area and flexibility to adapt to fast‑changing business needs.
* Basic knowledge and understanding of computer‑based systems.
* Willingness to learn and a proactive approach to personal development.
* Command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements, as required by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).
Benefits and Working Conditions
The Kent Enablement at Home service is a leader in its field. It offers excellent benefits and a comprehensive training programme, and encourages work flexibility. The role is based at an office on Avenue of Remembrance, Sittingbourne.
Inclusive Workforce Statement
KCC is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the county’s working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities.
Application Notice
Please note – if you are interested please apply soon as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.
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