Care Coordinator

Job Description

Care Coordinator (Assistive Technology)Location: Stirling and Clackmannanshire initially with travel across Scotland and into North EnglandSalary: £25,000-30,000 pa - pro rata for PT rolesContract: Permanent contractHours: Full and Part-time positions available, we consider flexible working requestsNote: This role would suit someone with previous older people, learning disabilities and autism experience - full training will be provided.Just Checking provides activity monitoring services that help people get the right care and support. Using small wireless sensors placed around the home, Just Checking creates an overview of daily activity.This information helps professionals offer support that accurately reflects individuals needs, promoting person-centred care and helping people stay independent and at home for as long as possible.Care Coordinator - The Role:To take full responsibility for the installation / deinstallation of assessment monitoring systems and to gather the outcomes required from each installation.Full training will be provided.Responsibilities and Duties: Installation and deinstallation of Just Checking / Just Roaming technology into peoples homes and supported living care settings as prescribed by our Local Authority clients Monitoring multiple installations to ensure their effective operation Understand the required outcomes for each installation, modifying practice to suit the individual needs and sensitivities of each user Write and review chart summaries and ensure that they provide the relevant information to support effective decision-making Document and report the outcome(s) of the assessment to relevant practitioners Drive awareness of the service by conducting training and awareness sessions, attending meetings and providing information services to individuals, carers, families, professionals Support professionals and others to interpret and translate data Contribute to regular service review with local authority commissioners and practitioners Liaise with relevant professionals and key stakeholders, ensuring effective service delivery and resolving any issues as they arise Take part in the Just Roaming on call (out of hours) rota - additional payments apply Interdependencies include - service managers, social workers, occupational therapists, assistive technology teams, care and support providers and support staff, family members, Just Checking account managers, customer support and other assessment techniciansCare Coordinator - Candidate Specification: Naturally comfortable working in adult social care settings and empathetic to the needs of people receiving support, ideally having experience of delivering care and support to adults with learning disabilities/autism and older adults Personable, effective communication skills appropriate to a wide range of audiences (including adults who may have communication difficulties and professionals in a formal setting) Strong presentation skills - able to deliver training, manage meetings and articulate concepts well Able to work independently, self-motivated Excellent problem solving / analytical skills Accurate and effective recording and reporting skills Basic IT competency - practical knowledge of Google Suite (Docs / Sheets) Experience in a social care role would be an advantage Hold a full valid driving licence, with daily access to a vehicle and willingness to drive across the Stirling and Clackmannanshire regions Comfortable with occasional further travel around other customer sites in Scotland/Northern England as required by the businessSuccessful candidates need to pass Enhanced DBS and PVG checks.If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today, forwarding an up to date copy of your CV for consideration in the first instance.No agencies please

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