We currently have 2 vacancies within the Health Case Management Service.1 x Permanent Vacancy 37.5 hours & 1 Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months.The Health Case Management Service provides a case management function for the population of Leeds (18 years and above) who are eligible for NHS Fast Track and Continuing Healthcare funding. Patients can be in the community or requiring support from acute settings.The service operates 365 days a year, over 7 days, Monday to Friday 08:00 to 20:00 and Saturday and Sunday 08:00 to 18:00, Bank Holiday hours 08:00-18:00.A fantastic and challenging opportunity has arisen in the Health Case Management Service. We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated Band 5 Health Case Manager Coordinator (HCMC) to join our team. We welcome applications from health professionals from a wide range of backgrounds.You will have experience of working with adults and their carers within a hospital and /or community setting. You will have excellent organisational skills and be able to work on your own independently and creatively using a problem-solving approach. It is essential that you are motivated, organised, a team player and enjoy the buzz of working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be able to work well under pressure, managing competing demands and be able to prioritise according to service requirements.For more information, please contact the Management Team on 0113 8431399
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will: -Manage a caseload of patients with complex health needs and at end of life.Complete holistic, person-centred assessments, including supporting carers.Work alongside MDT including, ICB, Neighbourhood Team and LTHT.Lead on duty and coordination work, managing tasks and referrals.Mentoring staff.Make initial enquiries in relation to safeguarding concerns, on behalf of the local authority.A HCMC (Health Case Management Coordinator) is responsible for taking fast track referrals and duty work. This role involves contacting patients or their nominated named representative to discuss the fast-track funding and gather information about the patient and their environment. The HCMC will also liaise closely with professionals and gather a handover. A package of care can be requested, or we can support with finding a nursing home placement.HCMC attend care planning meetings to discuss discharge options including completion of Mental Capacity Assessments.Duty work includes triage of all referrals and allocation to appropriate workers, supportingpatients/ families/ professionals with any queries or requests, managing incoming tasks and e-mails.The service operates citywide and is currently based at East Leeds Health Centre.
About us
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS TrustWho are we?Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.Perks of the jobOur benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.Right to WorkThis role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Job responsibilities
We currently have 2 vacancies within the Health Case Management Service.
1 x Permanent Vacancy 37.5 hours & 1 Fixed Term Contract for 12 Months.
The Health Case Management Service provides a case management function for the population of Leeds (18 years and above) who are eligible for NHS Fast Track and Continuing Healthcare funding. Patients can be in the community or requiring support from acute settings.
The service operates 365 days a year, over 7 days, Monday to Friday 08:00 to 20:00 and Saturday and Sunday 08:00 to 18:00, Bank Holiday hours 08:00-18:00.
A fantastic and challenging opportunity has arisen in the Health Case Management Service. We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated Band 5 Health Case Manager Coordinator (HCMC) to join our team. We welcome applications from health professionals from a wide range of backgrounds.
You will have experience of working with adults and their carers within a hospital and /or community setting. You will have excellent organisational skills and be able to work on your own independently and creatively using a problem-solving approach. It is essential that you are motivated, organised, a team player and enjoy the buzz of working in a fast paced and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will be able to work well under pressure, managing competing demands and be able to prioritise according to service requirements.
For more information, please contact the Management Team on 0113 8431399
The successful applicant will: -
* Manage a caseload of patients with complex health needs and at end of life.
* Complete holistic, person-centred assessments, including supporting carers.
* Work alongside MDT including, ICB, Neighbourhood Team and LTHT.
* Lead on duty and coordination work, managing tasks and referrals.
* Make initial enquiries in relation to safeguarding concerns, on behalf of the local authority.
A HCMC (Health Case Management Coordinator) is responsible for taking fast track referrals and duty work. This role involves contacting patients or their nominated named representative to discuss the fast-track funding and gather information about the patient and their environment. The HCMC will also liaise closely with professionals and gather a handover. A package of care can be requested, or we can support with finding a nursing home placement.
HCMC attend care planning meetings to discuss discharge options including completion of Mental Capacity Assessments.
Duty work includes triage of all referrals and allocation to appropriate workers, supporting
patients/ families/ professionals with any queries or requests, managing incoming tasks and e-mails.
The service operates citywide and is currently based at East Leeds Health Centre.
Working for Leeds community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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