There has never been a more exciting time to join Wirral Council. We’ve got ambitious targets to meet and to achieve everything we have promised to our residents, we need people who are ready to deliver the very best for our communities and show how they can #BeTheDifference. Our vision is to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. If you strive to #BeTheDifference and want to be at the heart of our change and improvement journey, then this could be the perfect job for you.
We are looking to appoint a Care Navigator to join our South Wirral Community Team.
You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the personalisation and inclusion pathways for Adults and Carers, ensuring compliance with the legal framework of the Care Act 2014.
You will ensure strength and asset-based practice, personalisation, and social inclusion are embedded and applied effectively throughout. The role involves assessing and implementing a range of social care services, providing guidance, advice, and information for adults, older people, and carers. You will work autonomously and independently, assessing, formulating, implementing, and agreeing on care and support plans with adults and carers.
You will support the delivery of health and social care functions for adults and carers in Wirral, working in partnership with other agencies to facilitate access to services/support in the independent and non-statutory sector. If you enjoy integrated Health and Social Care practice and believe you can make a difference, this could be the perfect job for you.
About the candidate
We are seeking someone who can be part of an integrated and supportive team, involved in planning, monitoring, and evaluating work with the MDT care team.
Experience working in Hospital Discharge is required, including supporting adults, carers, and families, promoting self-determination, choice, and autonomy. Knowledge of the Care Act (2014), Equality Act (2010), Mental Capacity Act (2005), and Human Rights Act (1998) is essential.
Above all, you should aim to improve outcomes for Wirral residents and enhance engagement to ensure they are at the center of our efforts.
Additional information
For questions, contact dominicduffy@wirral.gov.uk.
This role requires a DBS check. Details on the Safer Recruitment & Employment Policy and Disclosures for Recruitment can be found at this link.
Wirral Council employees interested in internal opportunities can contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk. Residents or unemployed individuals needing application support can contact Involve Northwest at info@involvenorthwest.org.uk or call 0151 644 4500 or 0151 652 4349.
Working at Wirral
Our values reflect our pride and inform our behaviors. We prioritize staff wellbeing and recognize contributions through various benefits, including discounts, a generous pension scheme, life cover, and flexible working options. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, encourages contributions, and supports your growth and development.
To make the recruitment process accessible, please contact recruitment@wirral.gov.uk if needed. We consider internal redeployment first and do not re-appoint employees who left under EVR or VS schemes unless in exceptional circumstances.
Application deadline is midnight on the closing date. We may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Applications are only accepted via the online Jobs page after registration. No postal applications are accepted. All applicants must demonstrate their right to work in the UK. The job description and supporting documents should be downloaded now, as they will not be accessible after the closing date. Recruitment agencies are not accepted unless otherwise specified.
How To Apply
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