Independent Senior Living Officer

Our client, based in Dorset, is currently recruiting for an Independent Senior Living Officer on a temporary contract for 3 months. Our client are a Dorset based local authority who are looking to add to their growing team.

The position is due to start immediately on a full time basis. The hourly rate is negotiable based on experience for this position.

The ideal candidate will have Scheme Management experience and hold a full UK Driving License.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

* Responsible for the management of several schemes looking after elderly residents over the age of 55

* Assisting with training of new staff, supervisions and staff rota’s

* Offering help, support and advice to residents and assess the well-being of each individual through daily checks

* Providing advice to residents in regards to their budgeting and helping with rent arrears

* Supporting new residents so they become confident in their new surroundings and use of any communal facilities

* Responding to alarm calls and take whatever action is appropriate

* Encouraging links with the local community and providing opportunities for residents to actively participate in local life

* Reporting repairs when required and monitoring progress and performance of contractors, including landscape maintenance and cleaning contractors

* Dealing with complaints on site in accordance with the complaints procedure

* Maintaining a register of contact names, addresses and telephone numbers of relatives, friends and a doctor to be contacted in an emergency

Skills, knowledge and experience required:
* Scheme Management Experience
* Hold a Full UK Driving License
* Experience working with clients aged 55+

Working hours:

• 37 Hours a Week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

For further information on the position, please contact Tej Singh or Rhys  Bryan on 0117-303 5102 or please email enquiries to tsingh@jarsolutions.co.uk.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

KEYWORDS: Independent living; Scheme Management

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