Independent Living Advisor

35 Hours per week (Job based in Southport office)

With the support of the Big Lottery Fund Sefton Carers Centre is developing a range of user led services designed to promote the independence of people with disabilities, long term health conditions and their carers. This post is based in Southport at our Independent Living Centre (The Community Service Station) and is funded for three years until March 2016.

APPLICATION PACK

Job Description

Person Specification

Application Form

Policy Statement on the recruitment of Ex-OffendersEqual Opportunity Monitoring

Statement of main terms and conditions

Closing Date: Monday 29 July 2013, 12 noon

Shortlisted applicants will be notified by the latest Friday 2 August 2013I

N.B. CVs will not be accepted Clean Driving Licence and own transport preferred for this post

Completed forms to: -

27-37 South Road

Waterloo

Liverpool

L22 5RF

Registered in England as company limited by guarantee

Registered number 3124430. Registered charity number 1050808

SEFTON CARERS CENTRE

Job Description

Job Title:

Independent Living Adviser

Responsible to:

Community Service Station Manager

Salary:

19,935 per annum + 6% pension

Hours:

35 per week

Duration: Fixed term till 31st March 2016. (The post will continue beyond

this date subject to the availability of funding)Job purpose:

To provide an information, support and advice service to people with disabilities, long term conditions and their carers in ways that are sensitive to their needs and wishes.

To undertake delegated responsibilities for specific areas of work as directed by the Community Service Station Manager.

Main Duties:1 To provide accurate up to date information in suitable formats to meet the needs of the client groups attending the project.

2 To provide support and advice on the range of equipment available to enable clients to maximise their independence.

3 To provide support, advice and assistance to clients to enable them to access statutory, private and 3rd sector services to meet their individual needs.

4 To signpost clients to appropriate agencies.

5 To consult with service users and carers via questionnaires and focus groups to inform the development of the project.

6 To manage a caseload of clients and maintain computerised and manual case records in accordance with relevant legislation and the organisations policies and procedures.

7To work with other professionals to create referral pathways and processes.

8To have knowledge and understanding of Direct Payments and Personal Budgets policy and guidance.

9To contribute to the organisations monitoring and evaluation by:

a) maintaining monthly spreadsheets for client contacts and assessments for reporting purposes

b) submitting monthly progress reports to the Manager and other written reports to the Community Service Station Partnership Board and funders, as required.

10To demonstrate technical and professional expertise by maintaining knowledge of policies, procedures, guidance, research findings and best practice with a commitment to continuous professional development.

11To promote and encourage multi-agency working partnerships with voluntary, statutory and non statutory agencies working to meet the needs of the service users and their carers.

12Communicate information effectively by adopting the appropriate style when writing to individuals or groups or when using information technology.

13To contribute to the development and implementation of the organisations quality assurance systems.

14Demonstrate a flexible approach to change by adapting positively to new circumstances, seeing beneficial opportunities in change and encouraging others to do likewise.

15To undertake any other duties commensurate with the character of the post and its grading.

Person Specification

Independent Living Advisor

Qualifications

EssentialDesirableHow Identified

Trusted Assessor (equipment provision) qualification

XApplication

GCSE standard or equivalent with intention to obtain further qualifications relevant to the post.XApplication

Experience

EssentialDesirableHow Identified

Minimum of 2 years experience of involvement with service users (children and adults) and their carers, either in a paid or voluntary capacityXApplication and interview

Experience of working within a teamXApplication and interview

Previous experience of managing a caseloadXApplication and interview

Previous experience of developmental workXApplication and interview

Knowledge

EssentialDesirableHow Identified

Knowledge and understanding of current legislation which underpins Health and Social CareXApplication and interview

Knowledge and understanding of care management processes XApplication and interview

Awareness of principles of equal opportunities and a commitment to anti-discriminatory/anti-oppressive practiceXApplication and interview

Awareness of Health and Safety at Work legislation and its requirements XApplication

Skills

EssentialDesirableHow identified

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbalXApplication and interview

Ability to liaise at all levelsXApplication and interview

Good self-management skills, with an ability to work under own initiative

XApplication and interview

Ability and commitment to maintaining confidentiality of information relating to the organisationXApplication and interview

Ability to use information technology (word processing, database) XApplication

Personal AttributesEssentialDesirableHow identified

Ability to work with people in a sensitive wayXInterview

Commitment to continually develop and update knowledgeXApplication and interview

Commitment to continual professional developmentXApplication and interview

SurnameForename(s)Title

Address:

Postcode: Telephone number:

NI No:

Postcode:

E-mail address:

Current driving licence?Yes/No

Groups:Expiry Date:

Details of any endorsements

Are there any restrictions on you taking up employment in the UK? Yes No (If yes provide details)

Education History

Schools:

Qualifications Gained

Colleges/Universities

Qualifications Gained

Other Training

OTHER EMPLOYMENT

Please note any other employment you would continue with if you were to be successful in obtaining this position.

Please note here your leisure interests, sports and hobbies, or other pastimes, etc.

LEISURE

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (Please complete in full using a separate sheet if necessary,

starting with your most recent employment and give reasons for any gaps in employment)

Name and Address of employer

Job Titles and DutiesDates To and FromSalary on LeavingReason for leaving

REFERENCES

Please provide details of two referees who can provide information relating to your competency in a caring role, one of whom

must be your present or most recent employer (referees for qualified Nurses must be professionals). If you are a student,

please give an academic referee. If you are applying for a post which requires unsupervised access to children/vulnerable

adults, we reserve the right to approach any past employer for a reference.

1.Name:2.Name:

Position:Position:

Organisation:Organisation:

Address:

Postcode:Address:

Postcode:

Tel No.Tel No.

May we approach the above prior to interview?Yes/NoMay we approach the above prior to interview?Yes/No

GENERAL COMMENTS

Please detail here your reasons for this application, your main achievements to date and the strengths you would bring to ( this post. Specifically, please detail how your knowledge, skills and experiences meet the requirements of this role (as ( summarised in the person specification).

CAUTIONS, REHABILITATION AND CRIMINAL RECORDS

Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Exceptions Order 1975 as amended by the Exceptions (Amendment) Order 1986, which means that convictions that are spent under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 must be disclosed, and will be taken into account in deciding whether to make an appointment. Any information will be completely confidential and will be considered only in relation to this application.In addition you are required to submit to a Criminal Records Bureau check. Any standard or enhanced disclosure made by the CRB/SCRO will remain strictly confidential. Have you ever been convicted in a Court of Law and/or cautioned in respect of any offence? YES/NO (delete as required)If YES, please give details

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (CARE SECTOR)

Because this position involves the care of children and/or vulnerable adults employment is dependent on the following:

1) Your written consent to obtaining a standard/enhanced disclosure certificate from the Criminal Records Bureau or an approved umbrella body.

2) Such disclosure being acceptable to us.

3) Proof of identity birth or marriage certificate (where appropriate) and passport (if available).

4) Two satisfactory written references.

5) That you will supply a photograph of yourself for retention in your records.

6) Evidence of physical or mental suitability for your work

DECLARATION(Please read this carefully before signing this application)

1I confirm that the above information is complete and correct and that any untrue or misleading information will give my employer the right to terminate any employment contract offered.

2. Should we require further information and wish to contact your doctor with a view to obtaining a medical report, the law requires us to inform you of our intention and obtain your permission prior to contacting your doctor. I agree that the organisation reserves right the right to require me to undergo a medical examination. In addition, I agree that this information will be retained in my personnel file during employment and for up to six years thereafter and understand that information will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

3. I agree that should I be successful in this application, I will, if required, apply to the Criminal Records Bureau/Scottish Criminal Records Office for a basic disclosure. I understand that should I fail to do so, or should the disclosure not be to the satisfaction of the company any offer of employment may be withdrawn or my employment terminated.

Signed:

POLICY STATEMENT ON THE RECRUITMENT OF EX-OFFENDERS

1. As an organisation using the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and/or the Scottish Criminal Records Office (SCRO) Disclosure Service and/or AccessNI to assist in assessing applicants suitability for positions of trust, the company complies fully with the CRB/SCRO/AccessNI Code of Practice (a copy of which is available on request) and undertakes to treat all applicants for all posts fairly. The company will not discriminate unfairly against any subject of a disclosure on the basis of a conviction or other information revealed.

2. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and we select all candidates for interview on the basis of their talent, skills, qualifications and experience. We welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records.

3. A disclosure is only requested where it is legally required or after a thorough risk assessment has indicated that one is both proportionate and relevant to the position concerned. Where a disclosure will be required from a successful candidate, all applicants will be made aware of this at all stages of the recruitment process.

4. Where disclosure is to form part of the recruitment process, we encourage all applicants called for interview to provide details of their criminal record at an early stage in the application process.

5. Unless the nature of the position allows the company to ask questions about a candidates entire criminal record we only ask about unspent convictions as defined in the Rehabilitation of Offenders legislation.

6. We ensure that all those in the company who are involved in the recruitment process have been suitably trained to identify and assess the relevance and circumstances of offences. We also ensure that they have received appropriate guidance and training in the relevant legislation relating to the employment of ex-offenders.

7. At interview, or in a separate discussion, we ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that may be relevant to the position. Failure to reveal information that is relevant to the position sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

8. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a disclosure with the person seeking the position before withdrawing a conditional offer or terminating employment.9. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an applicant from working for us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offences.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY MONITORING

PRIVATE & CONFIDENTIAL

Position applied for: ..We are an equal opportunity employer. The aim of our policy is to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, religious belief, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Our selection criteria and procedures are frequently reviewed to ensure that individuals are selected, promoted and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities.

All employees are given equal opportunity and are encouraged to progress within the organisation.

We are committed to an ongoing programme of action to make this policy fully effective. To ensure that this policy is fully and fairly implemented and monitored, and for no other reason, would you please provide the following information:-Date of Birth: ..I would describe my ethnic group and sex as:- (please tick one box for your ethnic group and one box for your sex)A) WhiteEnglish

ScottishWelsh

Irish

Any other White background, please specify ....

B) MixedWhite and Black CaribbeanWhite and Black AfricanWhite and AsianAny other Mixed background, please specify ....C) Asian, Asian British, Asian English, Asian Scottish or Asian WelshIndian

PakistaniBangladeshiAny other Asian background, please specify ....D) Black, Black British, Black English, Black Scottish or Black WelshCaribbean

AfricanAny other Black background, please specify ....E) Chinese, Chinese British, Chinese English, Chinese Scottish, Chinese Welsh or other Ethnic GroupChinese

Any other background, please specify ......

F) Sex MaleFemale

Name:

Signed.

STATEMENT OF MAIN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTPLACE OF WORKYou will currently be required to work currently at/from Southport Community Service Station, 23-35 Scarisbrick Avenue, Southport PR8 1NW. You may be required to work from any other location as directed by the company. You will not be required to work outside the United Kingdom.

HOURS OF WORKYour normal hours of work are 35 per week, with an unpaid break will be allocated each day according to the length of your shift. However flexibility is needed and you may need to work different hours from time to time which could include evenings and weekends. You may be required to work additional hours when authorised and as necessitated by the needs of the business.

REMUNERATIONYour salary is currently 19,935 per annum payable monthly by credit transfer as detailed on your pay statement. Any work required to be undertaken in addition to normal working hours will be compensated by time off in lieu (TOIL). Further details of which are documented in the handbook.

COLLECTIVE AGREEMENTSNo collective agreements directly affect your terms and conditions of employment.

ANNUAL HOLIDAYSYour holiday year begins on 1st April and ends on 31st March each year. You will receive a paid holiday entitlement of 25 working days during a complete holiday year. On completion of five years service at 1st April your entitlement will increase in line with the following table:-

Complete years of service at 1st AprilAdditional days holiday in a complete holiday yearTotal annual entitlement in a complete holiday year

5 years service2 days27 days

7 years service1 day28 days

9 years service1day29 days

10 years service or more1day30 days

All holiday entitlements will be allocated pro-rata to any member of staff working more or less than five days per week. For part years of service your entitlement will be calculated as 1/12th of the annual entitlement for each completed month of service during that holiday year.

Conditions relating to the taking of annual holidays are shown in the Employee Handbook to which you should refer.

PUBLIC/BANK HOLIDAYSIn addition to the annual holiday entitlement you are allowed the following public/bank holidays each year with pay or alternative days as decided by us (pro-rata for staff working less than five days per week):-

New Year's Day

The last Monday in May

Good Friday

The last Monday in August

Easter Monday

Christmas Day

The first Monday in May

Boxing Day

SICKNESS PAY AND CONDITIONSWe have a contractual sick/injury pay scheme (inclusive of SSP) which, on completion of 12 months service, provides payment during periods of certificated sickness as follows:-

CONTINUOUS

MAXIMUM PAYMENT IN ANY ROLLING

SERVICE

12 MONTH PERIOD

Under 12 months

SSP only

12 months but less than 2 years

1 week full pay and 2 weeks half pay

2 yeas but less than 3 years

1 month full pays and 2 months half pay

3 years but less than 4 years

2 months full pay and 2 months half pay

4 years but less than 6 years

3 months full pay and 3 months half pay

6 years or more

4 months full pay and 4 months half pay

Where a sickness period runs into another year (i.e. during e period of absence the length of service reaches a new qualification period) payments will be based on the sickness pay entitlement at the commencement of the sickness period. The employee must have returned to work for at least three months continuous service before being entitled to a further period of full and half pay as long as they have not used their full entitlement with the twelve month period preceding rule.

Where employees have reached the full entitlement of sickness pay in normal circumstances SSP rates only will apply.

Conditions relating to the above are shown in the Employee Handbook to which you should refer.CAPABILITY AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

The disciplinary rules that form part of your contract of employment and the procedures that will apply when dealing with capability or disciplinary issues are shown under the headings Capability Procedures and Disciplinary Procedures in the Employee Handbook to which you should refer.

CAPABILITY/DISCIPLINARY APPEAL PROCEDUREShould you be dissatisfied with any decision to take action or dismiss you on capability/disciplinary grounds, you should apply, either verbally or in writing, to your Line Manager within five working days of the decision you are complaining against. Further information can be found in the Employee Handbook under the heading Capability/Disciplinary Appeal Procedure to which you should refer.

GRIEVANCE PROCEDUREShould you feel aggrieved at any matter relating to your employment, you should raise the grievance with your Line Manager, either verbally or in writing. Further information can be found in the Employee Handbook.NOTICE OF TERMINATION TO BE GIVEN BY EMPLOYERUnder 1 months service - Nil.

1 month up to successful completion of your probationary period - 1 week.

On successful completion of probationary period but less than 5 years service - 1 month.

5 years service or more - 1 week for each completed year of service to a maximum of 12 weeks after 12 years.

NOTICE OF TERMINATION TO BE GIVEN BY EMPLOYEEUnder 1 months service - Nil.

1 month to successful completion of your probationary period - 1 week.

On successful completion of your probationary period - 1 month.

PENSIONS1. Pension

We operate a group Pension Scheme. The current provider is Scottish Widows. You are eligible to join the scheme after three months employment with us. Upon successful completion of your probationary period we will contribute 6% of your gross monthly salary into the scheme should you choose to join.

A Pensions Scheme contracting-out certificate is not in force in respect of your employment EMBED MSPhotoEd.3

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APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Please complete this form in black ink.

Do not send a CV in place of this application form.

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL Return this form to: Sefton Carers Centre

27-37 South Road

Waterloo

Liverpool L22 5RF

POSITION APPLIED FOR

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