Shared Lives Service
Care Coordinator
Ref: MIO/OL-19897
Contract Type: Permanent
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Salary: Scale 5 £21,963 - £25,951 p.a.
Hours: 36.66 per week
Based: Ena Hughes Resource Centre, Ellesmere Street, Failsworth, M35 9AD
Closing date: 5pm Friday 17th August, 2018
Application forms should be returned to katie.morgan@oldham.gov.uk
Role overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilful person with bags of energy to join our successful and growing Shared Lives Service.
You will have a passion for providing the highest quality standards of care and be a proactive practitioner with the ability to work well within an established tight knit team.
If you are a values driven person and are looking for a new challenge with a progressive organisation then we would love to hear from you.
For an informal chat or to learn more about our fantastic service, please contact Katie Morgan on 0161 770 8777.
Key responsibilities
- To play an active part in the day to day work of the scheme, supporting Shared Lives carers and service users to help maintain successful placements where everyone can thrive
- To undertake assessments of potential carers, supporting them through the application process and producing appropriate reports for the Approval Panel
- To work in partnership with individuals, families, carers and other professionals to develop person centred care plans, with regard to relevant legislation and service requirements
- To undertake regular monitoring and review activities to ensure the effectiveness of the support provided
- To play an active role in maintaining and promoting the scheme, acting as an ambassador and role model at every opportunity
Key Requirements
To succeed in this role you will need as a minimum:
- A determination to provide the best possible service and a willingness to fully embrace the ethos of the scheme
- Experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or mental health conditions
- A relevant professional qualification at NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
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About MioCare Group CIC
The MioCare Group delivers high quality care and support. As an Oldham Council Community Interest Company we are driven to deliver the best outcomes for the service users and communities we serve. Find out more at www.miocare.co.uk