Health and Social Care Caseworker Area Coordinator

Title: Health and Social Care Caseworker Area Coordinator

Location: Beverley and surrounding area

Salary: £25,357 per annum pro-rata, based on 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until 30th September 2023 with a possibility of an extension to January 2024

Could you ensure our Health and Social Care service is delivered effectively, consistently, and exceeds quality standards?
You will be working on the innovative Area Coordination (AC) programme, with individuals who currently, or may need to, access emergency or formal care. System pressures require a different way of working, with a focus on prevention and community development, so that sustainable outcomes can be achieved.

Working across projects in six defined areas, you will deliver person centred, strength-based interventions that improve self-management, build independence and resilience, whilst preventing a need for formal care .

You will be working intensively with a rolling caseload, helping people to identify and address unmet social needs that may be exacerbating physical and/or mental health. The people we support may have complex clinical presentations, (including mental health, substance misuse, multiple long-term conditions, trauma) and they may be isolated and suspicious of formality and offers of support. So, we are looking for someone whose ability to connect is exceptionally strong. You must be authentic, relatable and compassionate, and able to think on your feet.
You will also need to build strong relationships with many partners, including adult social care teams, primary care, social prescribers, housing and the local voluntary sector. Together you will advocate for equity of access and improve integrated working.

Lastly, as most of your time will be spent out in the community; meeting people in their homes, in cafes or walking in the park, so you will also need to be confident of lone working procedures and able to keep meticulous support records whilst on the hop.

Previous experience of asset-based community development (ABCD) would be highly advantageous to your application.
Say hello to the team…

Our Health and Local Crisis Response services help to prevent people from reaching crisis point; reducing attendance and admissions to hospitals, empowering people to better self-manage and connect with their surroundings.

We are committed to delivering a person-centred service that empowers people to achieve ‘what matters to them’. This could include an enhanced quality of life, increased confidence and independence, and an improved sense of choice and control.

About you…

We are seeking a resilient and motivated individual who is able to demonstrate compassion, strong negotiation skills, patience and a real appetite for helping some of the most vulnerable people in our society.

Due to the specific requirements of this role, there is a need to visit various locations, some of which are remote with no access to public transport, therefore you must have access to a vehicle which you are willing and able to use in conjunction with your duties.

The closing date for the role is 23.59 hours on Wednesday 31st May 2023 with interviews expected shortly afterwards.

Please note that early application is encouraged, as we’ll be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert in advance of the advertised closing date.

Should you have any questions on this role please email us at quoting vacancy ID 7829.

A full person specification and job description is available as a download in the “Role Profile / Job Description” link.

Need help completing your application or supporting statement? Please read our useful “Candidate Application Guidance” document in the “Additional Information” link.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you’ll get:

• Holidays – You’ll get 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) and the option to buy an additional 5 days leave.

• Pension scheme– We offer up to 6% contributory pension.

• Flexible working – We will do what we can to make sure you work in a way that suits you

• Learning & Development Opportunities – We are one of the UK’s largest charities and have a wide range of career opportunities. We also provide comprehensive learning opportunities for staff to develop themselves.

• Discounts – You’ll have access to brilliant discounts through the Blue Light Discount Card and our own employee benefits platform.

• Wellbeing Support – Staff wellbeing is always priority. You’ll have access to mental health and wellbeing support.

• Team Working – You will be working as part of a team that is supporting our mission of helping people in crisis.

• Cycle2Work -The cycle to work scheme enables you to lease a bicycle.

• Season ticket loan – We offer an interest free loan to buy a season ticket for travel between home and work.

At The British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the support of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network, our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.