Job Purpose
At Nottinghamshire County Council, people are at the heart of what we do. Our Adult Social Care department is centred around making a difference in social justice and promoting equality of outcomes and access for everyone in Nottinghamshire. As an appointee Officer, you will safeguard people from financial abusing, supporting them to remain independent and make decisions in their best interest.
Key Responsibilities
1. To undertake the Corporate Directors delegated role of Appointee as required and directed in connection with management of finances for people who lack capacity to manage their own finances and/or are physically disabled.
2. To apply for and collect people's benefits and income from the department of work and pensions including any related to disability, ensure timely payment of all utility and any other relevant bills including care contributions and payments to providers.
3. To operate and reconcile the bank accounts relating to financial transactions made on behalf of service users and account for all transactions.
4. Complete regular audits to ensure people's money is spent appropriately.
5.To make purchases for people when necessary, making sure financial procedures are adhered to
6. Engage people with complex needs supporting them to share information required to complete claims for benefits and personal independen...