Prevention & Assistive Tech Specialist

Rochdale Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual car user allowance

Job summary

Rochdale Council is inviting applications for a permanent Triage Prevention Assistant in the Prevention team. The role focuses on assistive technology, careline and carers, including referrals, assessments and fitting. You will work to delay and reduce care and support needs by signposting, assessing and utilising assistive technology.

A DBS and background checks will be required; sponsorship not offered. The post requires dynamic, fast-paced individuals with excellent written and communication

Qualifications

• Experience of working within Adult Care or equivalent setting.
• Strong written and communication skills, with a strength-based approach.
• Ability to work to deadlines and timescales, delivering high-quality work.
• Willingness to travel as part of duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete assistive technology referrals and assessments.
• Carry out carers assessments and develop support plans.
• Signpost and assess new contacts to delay and reduce care needs.
• Work as part of the Prevention team to support adults and carers.

Job description

Rochdale Council is inviting applications for a permanent Triage Prevention Assistant in the Prevention team. The role focuses on assistive technology, careline and carers, including referrals, assessments and fitting. You will work to delay and reduce care and support needs by signposting, assessing and utilising assistive technology.

A DBS and background checks will be required; sponsorship not offered. The post requires dynamic, fast-paced individuals with excellent written and communication