Independent Living Advisor Apprentice

Create Support Plans ensuring they are personalised to the individual Prepare costings for Support Plans ensuring all costs have been taken into account Support with locating activities/Services and other items as listed in the Support Plans Assist with recruitment procedures including advertising, interviewing, employment contracts, payroll, disciplinary procedures and other related matters as requested by service users Document levels of support provided to individuals for the creation of accurate invoices Liaise with team members to ensure that the referral service operates smoothly Processing of referrals and adding to database/CRM Work closely with Social Workers ensuring that any difficulties or concerns are passed on Support service users with any day-to-day queries Ensure that all service users are aware of their obligations as employers and accountability for the financial management of the Direct Payment Promote Direct Payments and the service offered to those that may be eligible Work closely with other colleagues, ensuring that service users are able to take advantage of other internal services available Create and manage case files, ensuring they are accurately kept up to date Provide regular reports and any statistical information as requested Attend training courses as identified by line management Observe and implement all company policies and procedures Complete Home Visits Learn the process of The Blue Sky Social Care Card, and signpost anyone who may find it helpful Use Social Media platforms to reach out to individuals and push our Services

Training:

Training will be provided by EMA Training to cover the content required to gain your Business Administration Level 3 qualification, which will help start your career and give you an insight into the business' processes and procedures.

Through a combination of online and in-person visits to the workplace, you will be supported by your trainer/mentor to cover the required content for the business administration level 3 apprenticeship programme.

You will be assessed during your end point assessment through a knowledge test, project presentation and professional discussion.

Training Outcome:

Opportunity for a full-time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme.

Employer Description:
The Disability Syndicate is a social enterprise delivering expert services to the social care, disability, and charity sectors. We are home to a number of services allowing individuals to live more independently and better the community.

Working Hours :
37 hours weekly between Mon-Fri. Evening and weekend work will be necessary occasionally. Shifts TBC.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Creative,Non judgemental,Adaptable,Enthusiastic,Drivers Licence,Knowledge of the community