Social Care Assessor

We are currently working with a client in Liverpool who is looking to recruit an experienced Social Care Assessor to join their Adult Access Team.

As a Social Care Assessor, you will be responsible for assessing individuals and, where necessary, providing short-term support or reablement to promote independence. Where longer-term intervention is required, you will complete robust assessments to support a smooth transition into Locality Teams for ongoing support.

You will work with adults aged 18+ and manage a varied caseload with the support of supervision and guidance, ensuring all work is carried out in line with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritise a varied caseload effectively
• Complete Reablement, Needs, Risk, Mental Capacity, and Best Interest Assessments, as well as reviews
• Commission appropriate services including domiciliary care, day placements, carers support, assistive technology, and minor adaptations
• Work collaboratively within a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Attend daily huddles and participate in duty responsibilities
• Represent the Adult Access Team at external meetings when required
• Apply the Care Act's Prevent, Reduce, Delay principles to promote independence and wellbeing

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience working within Adult Social Care
• Experience completing strength-based assessments
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including the Care Act
• Ability to manage a varied caseload effectively
• Experience working within a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• Ability to promote independence and person-centred outcomes

Contract Length: 3-6 months with a view to extend to an ongoing contract.
Pay Rate: 19- 25
Working pattern - 37 hours per week, onsite.

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