Assessment Officer

Duration: Initially 3 months
Hours: 36 hours per week
Rate: £23 umbrella an hour (£18 PAYE an hour)
 
Sutton Council are looking for an Enabling Independence Officer to join their Adult's Service.
 
Responsibilities:

Maximise an individuals potential independence by undertaking assessment, recommendations, rehabilitation techniques, equipment, adaptations, support planning and review for vulnerable and disabled people in the community
Contribute to the development of the service through the business planning process, the setting of performance indicators and service targets
Delivery of service activities and management of caseload
Identification and implementation of improvements
Carry pit assessments, duty, case work
Ensure that practical assistance is provided to vulnerable adults, their families and carers 
Requirements:

NVQ Level 3 or demonstrate relevant experience of working with vulnerable people/families/carers
Experience as a Social Work Assistant and/or Occupational Therapy Assistant
Knowledge of a wide range of disabilities and assessment systems