Job Description
Placement Officer
* Hourly rate: £17.79ph
* Location: Hybrid - Glenfield and home
* Job Type: Full-time- 37 Hours
We are seeking a dedicated Placement Officer to join our client's children’s commissioning brokerage team. This role is crucial in finding suitable placements for children in care, ensuring their safety and well-being. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in service brokering within residential childcare settings and must possess excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Day-to-day of the role:
* Broker services for young people using an existing framework, including Children’s Residential Homes, Independent Fostering Agencies, Children’s Supported Accommodation, Independent Specialist School Placements, and Short Break and Domiciliary Care Packages.
* Negotiate with providers to achieve the best value while ensuring the best outcomes for the young people of Leicestershire.
* Work under pressure on a fast-paced, busy duty desk where no two days are the same, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work out of hours in emergencies.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Previous experience using Mosaic is absolutely essential.
* Professional experience or familiarity with settings such as Children’s Residential Homes, Independent Fostering Agencies, and others mentioned above.
* Understanding of the current markets in relation to the support being brokered.
* Knowledge of working with and meeting the needs of children and young people with complex needs, including Children in Care and those with Special Education Needs and Disabilities.
* Excellent communication skills, tenacity, and emotional resilience.
* Strong literacy skills with an ability to proofread referrals and challenge the quality of referrals to ensure the right placement the first time.
* Full understanding of desired outcomes to ensure meaningful activities for young people and respite for families/carers.
Benefits:
* Immediate start and ongoing assignment
* Hybrid working model, allowing flexibility and work-life balance.
* Opportunities for professional development and training in a supportive environment.
To apply for this Commissioning Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.