Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council are looking to recruit a Case Worker - Independent Living Serviceto join ourteam based in Ipswich. You will be working on a full time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £29,269 - £33,945 per annum (pro rata for part time).
Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a Case Worker to join our fantastic Independent Living Service delivering Disabled Facility and Minor Adaptation Grants.
We need someone who shares our values, commitment and motivation to make a difference for our customers in the districts.
About the role
- You will be a specialist for both councils and undertake an important role in the delivery of Disabled Facility and Minor Adaptation Grants.
- The role will include carrying out means tests, providing support with the application process, checking quotes, providing financial advice, and looking at charitable fund raising when needed.
- From time to time, you may need to visit customers at home where additional support is required.
- As case worker, you will become the main point of contact for grant applicants during the application stage of the grant, providing high levels of support, advice, and knowledge throughout the process.
About you
- The ideal candidate will have gained NVQ Level 4 or an equivalent qualification or be able to demonstrate relevant experience in supporting vulnerable groups.
- You will hold relevant up to date skills for means testing and recent experience in a similar role would be a benefit.
- A knowledge and understanding of Disabled Facility Grants would be beneficial, applicants without this would need to have the desire to undertake training in this area.
- You will need strong administration and organisational skills and the ability to manage your own case load, as well as provide support to the rest of the team, as and when required.
- You will need to be able to prioritise work and demands placed upon you as you deliver a high-quality customer focused service.
- The role will require travel to customers' homes. A full driver's license and use of own car is essential.
About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits of working for us
- Great opportunities for learning and development.
- Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays).
- Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Wellbeing Support Program
- Employee Assist Program
- Health Care Options
Our ways of working:
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Closing date: 5pm, 15 August 2024.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Case Worker - Independent Living Service role, please click 'apply'. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.