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Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Merton Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate of £19.49 which is negotiable dependent upon experience.

We are looking for an Reablement Officer this role will be: SM4 5DX

35 Hours a week (Rota - Morning shift 07:30am - 3:30PM and Evening Shift 1:00pm - 09:00pm. Need to work at least 2 weekend in a month.)

The right candidate will:

* Undertake the Reablement assessment of current function and ability.

* Complete care and support plan for customers identified with Care Act eligible needs.

* Develop individual outcome focused Reablement goal plans as part of an intervention plan for individuals that will enable them to regain independence and reable them back into or remain living within their own home or community.

* Provide direct ‘hands on’ support to individuals when setting up the intervention plan to ensure its relevance and appropriateness. This may include personal care, cooking, cleaning, or any other daily living skill deemed necessary.

* Undertake reviews of individual intervention plans update information and adjust plans as necessary.

* Feedback, monitor and update on the progress and needs of the individual with the Occupational Therapist.

* To provide day-day management, supervision and observe the practice of Reablement Support Workers to ensure the quality of the service delivered and contribute to the on-going development of staff.

We require the following:

* Good understanding of the current health and social care policies

* The ability to undertake specialist Reablement assessments.

* Ability to develop and implement goal plans and intervention plans that focus on outcomes which reflect individual’s needs and preferences and maximize and maintain their personal independence.

* An ability to use information technology (including a computer) to undertake a range of administrative tasks.

* Level 2 or 3 NVQ or the willingness to undertake an NVQ/Care Certificate or other form of Comparable training deemed relevant to the post.

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon