Recruitment & Development Officer (Shared Lives)

Shared Lives Recruitment & Development Officer

To lead the recruitment and assessment of Shared Lives carers, promoting the service within the local community and supporting prospective carers through the approval process. The role also supports the development and engagement of carers through training and events, while assisting the Service Manager and Coordinator in the effective delivery of the Shared Lives service.

Responsibilities

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• edLead on all aspects of recruiting Shared Lives carers to the service, ensuring recruitment processes are effective and meet organisational requirement
• s.Develop and implement innovative approaches to community engagement to raise awareness of Shared Lives and encourage individuals to apply to become carer
• s.Attend and represent the service at local recruitment and community events, promoting the Shared Lives model and engaging with potential carer
• s.Support, guide, coach and mentor prospective carers throughout the assessment process, ensuring all safer recruitment procedures and guidance are followe
• d.Complete comprehensive carer assessments and associated documentation, and present prospective carers to the approval pane
• l.Take the lead in coordinating, supporting and monitoring carers’ training, ensuring carers meet required standards and complete mandatory trainin
• g.Work collaboratively with the Service Manager and Coordinator to support the effective delivery of the service where require
• d.Organise and facilitate carer meetings, coffee mornings and social events to promote engagement, peer support and community among carer
• s.Support the matching process by identifying suitable Shared Lives carers for individuals referred by local authorities who would benefit from Shared Lives arrangement
• s.Maintain and update Shared Lives recruitment documentation, forms and promotional materialsto ensure they remain accurate and accessibl
• e.Build and maintain positive relationships with Shared Lives applicants, health and social care professionals, and external agencies involved in recruitment and service developmen
• t.Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements in line with organisational policies and procedure
• s.Ensure prospective Shared Lives carers have a clear understanding of their roles, responsibilities and the quality standards expected of the
• m.Be responsible for planning and prioritising own workload, meeting agreed KPIs and maintaining accurate records, databases and files to ensure information is current and complian

Experience

• alExperience of working in health and social care, community services, or a related fiel
• d.Experience of supporting, advising, or working with carers, volunteers, or service user
• s.Experience of recruitment, assessment, or interviewing processe
• s.Experience of working with vulnerable adults and an understanding of safeguarding principle
• s.Experience of engaging with communities or promoting services through events or outreac
• leExperience working within a Shared Lives service or similar carer-based support servic
• e.Experience of facilitating training or group session
• s.Experience of presenting information to panels or professional meeting

Skills and Knowledge

• alStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with carers and colleague
• s.Ability to support, coach and guide individuals through assessment or development processe
• s.Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workloa
• d.Ability to complete detailed assessments and maintain accurate records and report
• s.Understanding of safe recruitment practices and safeguarding responsibilitie
• s.Ability to work both independently and as part of a tea
• lsCompetent IT skills including Microsoft Office and case recording system
• leKnowledge or understanding of the Shared Lives model of suppor
• t.Knowledge of adult social care legislation and best practic
• e.Full UK driving licen
• alRelevant qualification in Health and Social Care (Level 3 or above) or equivalent experienc
• leProfessional qualification in Health and Social Care, Social Work, Community Development, or a related fiel
• d.Training in safeguarding adults or safer recruitmen
• t. Ability and willingness to travel locally to attend community events and visit care
• rs.Willingness to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends, to attend recruitment or community even

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