Job Introduction
Do you have the knowledge to work with people who have complex health and social care needs? Could you build successful partnerships to make sure people’s needs are met? Do you enjoy working independently and solving problems?
If so, you could join a brilliant and supportive team of social workers and potentially receive a £2,000 ‘Golden Hello’ if you’re returning to care.
We’re seeking an experienced and enthusiastic social worker who understands NHS Continuing Health Care eligibility, assessments, and processes. You’ll work with NHS Continuing Health Care colleagues to ensure that Milton Keynes residents get the support and funding they’re eligible for.
You’ll manage a complex caseload and support the wider adult social care teams with NHS Continuing Health Care processes and assessments. You’ll also be involved in dispute and joint panel funding decisions, so you’ll be confident about challenging decisions to ensure the appropriate support or funding is agreed.
In return you’ll be joining an organisation that prioritises colleague wellbeing, support and personal development. You’ll have close contact with our management team and receive dedicated wellbeing sessions. We’ll help you to develop your skills and knowledge with extensive training opportunities and through regular feedback.
A social work degree or equivalent is required, and as some travel around the city is required we expect you to be able to drive with access to a car.
Main Responsibility
- Undertake assessments as outlined under the Care Act 2014 and NHS Continuing Health Care Guidance. Work in partnership with colleagues external to social care to holistically meet individual’s needs.
- Work in partnership with NHS Continuing Health Care colleagues to holistically assess individuals needs and positively challenge eligibility/funding decisions.
- Complete safeguarding enquiries, mental capacity assessments and best interest decisions.
- Manage a complex case load, manage the competing demands and time pressures of completing NHS Continuing Health Care within the 28-day time period
- Support other colleagues across adult social care with Continuing Health Care cases and processes.
- Attend and contribute to dispute and joint funding panel processes to advocate for health funding for the individual.
The Ideal Candidate
- A social work qualification (DipSW, CQSW, Degree in Social Work or equivalent). Post qualification award (e.g., AMHP status).
- Registered with Social Work England.
- Experience of being a Safeguarding Investigator.
- Experience of managing complex cases, working autonomously and have sound evidence-based decision making.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to make complex decisions and demonstrate management of risk using evidence-based practice.
- Able to work positively with health colleagues to ensure the appropriate outcome is achieved for the individual.
- Can evidence a sound knowledge of NHS Continuing Health Care, Funded Nursing Care, Fast Track CHC and the Care Act 2014.
- Able to demonstrate flexibility, willingness and emotional resilience to change and be a strong advocate to support with change.
Package Description
We are really proud of the benefits we are able to offer our staff here at Milton Keynes City Council, including:-
- Local Government Pension Scheme, considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates of 18.8%.
- 28 days annual leave per year in addition to statutory and public holidays, rising to 32 days after 5 years.
- Holiday Purchase Scheme.
- Our Professional Development Centre provides access to courses such as in-house management development programmes endorsed by the Institute of Leadership, coaching and mentoring and access to our Smarter Learning portal
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Health Cashplan.
- MK Advantage benefits package – a range of savings on a wide range of retail, leisure and entertainment products and services such as Pizza Express, M&S, B&Q, John Lewis and Arriva Travel.
- Blue Light Card - Employees working within Social Care can qualify for a range of discounts from national retailers to local businesses in a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and much more!
- SmartGo – Aimed at encouraging low-carbon transport and healthy lifestyle with discounted travel e.g. Halfords, Arriva, Europcar, National Railcards and Stagecoach.
- Homebuy Scheme (for eligible roles).
- Smarter working which provides the opportunity to work from various locations including from home for a proportion of your role (subject to business needs).
- A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity entitlements.
- Childcare Subsidy.
About The Organisation
Milton Keynes is a diverse, welcoming, and expanding place, built on smart ideas with even bigger plans for the future. We have world class attractions, beautiful open spaces, and a great standard of living.
Milton Keynes City Council is one of the largest employers in the region, making a difference every day for local people. We’re responsible for all local government services in MK including education, housing, highways, and social services - around 240 services in all.
Our values are to be dedicated, respectful, and collaborative. If this sounds like you, join us for a stimulating and fulfilling career measured on results, and a rewarding work-life balance.
