Personalised Care Lead - Cornwall, United Kingdom - disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly

disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly
disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly
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Cornwall, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Job Title Personalised Care Lead - Mid Cornwall - St Austell and Surronds

This is to cover St Austell and surrounding areas including (Roche, Bugle, St Dennis, Indian Queens, Fraddon, St Stephen, Duporth, Pentewan, Mevagissey, down to Portscatho/Veryan.

We want to recruit from this area to minimise our carbon footprint.


Salary £24,500 annual salary

Mileage paid at 45p per mile


Reports to Locality Lead


Place of work Community based.


Working hours 37 hours per week

8:30am-4:30pm Monday-Thursday and 8:30-4pm Friday _- Flexible by half an hour each way. (i.e., 8-4pm/9-5pm)_


Benefits
Investor in People Gold Standard organisation with a great culture


Generous annual leave allowance of 31 days in the first year and increasing year on year until a maximum of 43 days.

Discounts cards for major stores and attractions


About Us


disAbility Cornwall & Isles of Scilly is a disabled people's user led organisation, a registered charity and company limited by guarantee.

Our mission is to
represent, include, support and
empower (RISE) people living with a long-term health condition or disability, their families and carers in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.


We are a friendly and supportive team of people with diverse backgrounds, highly motivated to drive change and improve the lives of people with support needs, a long-term health condition or disability, their carers and families.


This is a great opportunity to join a fantastic, values driven team who are providing a holistic and wrap around approach and alternative model of assistance, to alleviate the current pressures on our health and care system and provide the right support in the community to prevent peoples needs escalating.


Join Us for a Meaningful Role at Humans Cornwall


At Humans Cornwall, we invite you to join us in a remarkable role where your caring, professional, and compassionate skills will have a profound impact.

As part of our innovative service, established in 2021, you'll play a pivotal role in offering holistic, person-centered care and support throughout mid Cornwall.

Our approach goes beyond traditional care, addressing not only immediate needs but also the underlying causes of health inequalities. We empower individuals to achieve independence in their homes and communities.

Our unique approach emphasises reablement, enabling individuals to meet their needs through innovative means.

Whether aiding people returning home from the hospital or preventing admissions, we collaborate to create personalised care plans that match our clients' preferences.

If you're ready to contribute to a transformative service that fosters genuine well-being and autonomy, this is your opportunity to shine.


Your Role in a Nutshell


This role involves working in a small, flexible team that tackles a wide range of tasks to meet client needs.

It's demanding, working with vulnerable individuals in complex situations.


Your main responsibilities include:

  • Conducting holistic assessments for clients in your area, looking at all aspects of a person's life.
  • Visiting up to 4 clients daily in their homes.
  • Providing compassionate, individualised support that covers unique needs.
  • Using a holistic approach to address immediate care needs and root causes of health challenges.
  • Working urgently with individuals at risk of admission to prevent it.
  • Utilising reablement strategies to empower independence through innovative approaches.
  • Collaborating with diverse professionals and maintaining accurate records.
  • Adjusting support plans based on evolving needs and advocating for individuals' rights and preferences.
  • Staying updated on industry trends and contributing to service improvement.
  • Participating in team meetings, case conferences, and professional development.
  • Building strong relationships with individuals, families, and caregivers.
  • Collaborating with Support Brokers to implement sustainable and personalised solutions.

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential Criteria:


  • Eligibility to work in the UK.
  • Access to own vehicle with business insurance and a confident driver.
  • Strong communication, troubleshooting, and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in using computers, including case management systems and tablets.
  • Multitasker that can handle a variety of tasks to make goals achievable.

Desirable Criteria:


  • Coaching & Mentoring qualifications.
  • Previous experience overlapping with that of Humans Cornwall.
  • Experience with care assessments and risk assessments.
  • Valid moving and handling certificate.
  • Familiarity with client case management systems.
  • A good understanding of your local community.

Personal Attributes:


  • Ability to work independently and remotely, but also as part of the team.
  • Compassionate, empowering, and kind nature.
  • Discretion, respect for confidentiality, and problemsolving skills.
  • Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changes.
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