Overview
Enabling Community Support is a forward-thinking, fast-paced service supporting people aged 60+ to remain living independently in their own homes through the "Pleased to meet you" service. Working in partnership with people we support, their families, carers and other agencies, to improve quality of life and create opportunities for individuals to grow and remain independent and well.
Role: Enabling Community Support Officer
Enabling community support officers enable older people to live in their own homes, remain safe and well, and play a key preventative role in helping people avoid longer term formal care and support needs. The role provides discreet, person-led short-term support while helping people to design their own strategies for remaining independent by building on their strengths and support networks. It includes supporting the development and implementation of individualised support programmes in a highly person-centred way.
Responsibilities
* Provide short-term, person-centred support to enable older people to live independently at home and remain safe and well.
* Develop, implement and review individualised support programmes in partnership with the service user and their support network.
* Work collaboratively with service users, families, carers and other agencies to improve quality of life and promote independence.
Requirements and Details
* Contract: 22.2 hours per week
* Salary: £15,841 – £16,884
* Right to work in the UK: applicants must be able to provide documentation
* Dudley Council does not offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK
* Online application forms are accepted; support available to complete applications if needed
Additional Information
* Online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough
* Privacy and data handling statements apply; the Council may check information as permitted by law
* For help completing an application or interview techniques, contact Dudley Adult and Community Learning or the HR Resourcing Team
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