Assistant Care Manager - Lifelong Services

West Sussex County Council; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government body in Horsham seeks an Assistant Care Manager to provide essential social work support. This role involves case management in a multi-agency environment, striving for positive outcomes for service users. Applicants should have relevant experience in Social Care and hold GCSEs in English and Maths. This is a full-time, permanent position with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment.
• Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting.
• Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures in Social Work.

Responsibilities

• Provide a social work support service, including assessment and planning.
• Manage a portfolio of casework and attend multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Strive for positive outcomes for service users.

Skills

Ability to analyse and interpret information

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information

Education

GCSE English and Maths or equivalent

NVQ Level 3 in Care

Job description

About Us

West Sussex County Council is a diverse organisation that provides services to more than 850,000 residents. If you are thinking why join West Sussex there is a supportive culture that is second to none. Employees are genuinely valued, respected and there is an emphasis on work life balance.

Lifelong Services operate countywide, with teams based in each of the three main hubs within West Sussex. Our Lifelong Services Teams have a unique focus, supporting young people and adults with lifelong physical disabilities, learning disabilities, autism, and brain injuries acquired at an early age. We also work with adults with sensory impairments acquired at any age.

The teams offer a dedicated, strengths-based approach to disability that we know makes a positive difference. Whether they are engaging with people seeking advice, providing equipment or skills training, or starting a journey with people that may lead to a personal budget to meet complex needs, they are always looking to deliver the best outcomes.

About The Job

Salary: £29,540 - £32,061 per annum
Working Pattern: Full Time, 37 hours per week
Contract Length: Permanent
Location: Horsham Area, with hybrid working
Interview Date: w/c 3rd November

Do you have experience within the Social Work sector?

Are you passionate about providing quality care to the community?

Do you want to #BeTheDifference?

In this exciting opportunity, you will, under guidance and regular supervision provide a social work support service to those people who access or need the service, to include assessment, planning and review within the Supporting Lives, Connecting People framework. You will manage a challenging yet rewarding portfolio of casework, attending multi-disciplinary meetings and working in partnership with our Health, Community and Third Sector colleagues.

We are looking for a self-motivated, collaborative Assistant Care Manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant difference to our service users lives, although challenging the rewards by far outweigh those challenges as you will always strive for a positive outcome. No two days will look the same; you'll be working in at various locations across Worthing, Shoreham, Lancing and Littlehampton with numerous colleagues and customers from all walks of life. You will need to take an organised approach whilst exercising your expertise with knowledge of policies and legislations to support those in need.

For those applicants interested in sponsorship the soc code for this role is 2469.

Experience and Skills

Key Skills:

1. Ability to analyse and interpret information and prioritise needs in order to make recommendations/decisions which will have a positive outcome.
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
3. Ability to work in a multi-agency environment to deliver a service to those people who access or need the service.
4. Ability to communicate complicated or sensitive information to a range of audiences to achieve positive outcomes; to be able to communicate clearly with customers reflecting the service objectives and standards.

Qualifications and/or experience:

• GCSE English and Maths or equivalent qualification or experience operating at this level of literacy and numeracy.
• NVQ Level 3 in Care. Desirable
• Experience of providing support/working with people in a Social Care environment.
• Experience of forming effective working relationships within a multi-agency setting.
• An awareness of the policies, practices and procedures relevant to Social Work. Experience of the assessment and review process of care packages.
• Experience of applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures to individual pieces of work.

Rewards and Benefits

For a full list of the benefits offered to you as a West Sussex County Council employee you can find them on our Rewards and Benefits page.

Further Information

The reference number for this role is CAFHE06001. For an informal conversation or for further information regarding the role, please contact Helen McCoy (Team Manager).

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, 5 years referencing and a health check.

West Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting an environment that is inclusive and free from all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination and values the diversity of its people.