Senior CHC Case Worker: Discharge-to-Home Navigator

Hampshire County Council; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Occupational sick pay

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Senior Case Worker within the Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, supporting individuals through NHS CHC assessments and care transitions.

The role involves managing a diverse caseload across age groups and needs, with a focus on Care Act 2014 eligibility criteria. Applicants should be prepared for a busy environment and possess strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Care Act 2014 and its eligibility criteria.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with their onward care journey following a Discharge to Assess period from hospital.
• Undertake assessments in line with the Care Act 2014.
• Engage with multidisciplinary teams to support NHS CHC assessments.
• Collaborate with individuals and families to transition to suitable care provision after assessment.

Skills

Care Act 2014 knowledge

Analytical thinking

Verbal and written communication

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Hampshire County Council is seeking a Senior Case Worker within the Continuing Healthcare (CHC) team. You will work in a multidisciplinary environment, supporting individuals through NHS CHC assessments and care transitions.

The role involves managing a diverse caseload across age groups and needs, with a focus on Care Act 2014 eligibility criteria. Applicants should be prepared for a busy environment and possess strong communication and analytical skills.