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Are you passionate about making a difference to peoples lives that are living with Learning Disabilities and autism? If Yes, Service Care Solutions are looking for a dedicated Referral and assessment manager in Leicester
Location: Leicester
Salary: £35,000
ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Referral and Assessment Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing all referrals and assessments for individuals with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Autism. You will be responsible for ensuring smooth transitions for service users into their new homes and managing their movement within our services. As the largest provider in the region, we are committed to delivering high-quality care and support tailored to individual needs.
Key Benefits:
- Standard leave: 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Wellbeing access: Free access to the Symbio Health and Wellbeing App
- Training opportunities: Potential to work towards a health and social care apprenticeship
- Referral bonus: "Refer a Friend" scheme with a bonus payment
- Competitive pay: Competitive rates of pay
- Career development: Opportunities for progression into senior roles through personalized career paths
- Skill enhancement: Free training to develop and enhance skills
HOW YOU WILL HELP
- Oversee all incoming referrals, ensuring a timely and thorough assessment process.
- Carry out comprehensive assessments of potential service users to determine their needs and suitability for our services.
- Work closely with families, local authorities, and healthcare professionals to facilitate a smooth transition.
- Manage the placement and movement of service users, ensuring their new homes meet their specific requirements.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of assessments, referrals, and placements.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.
- Foster strong relationships with commissioners, social workers, and other key stakeholders.
- Support the operational teams in providing person-centered care and tailored support plans.
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement initiatives.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Proven experience in referrals, assessments, and placements within Learning Disabilities and Autism services.
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, safeguarding, and best practices.
- Ability to assess complex needs and develop appropriate care plans.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Experience working with commissioners, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple referrals and placements efficiently.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and service user transitions.
- Willingness to travel as required across multiple regions.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our services while making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with Learning Disabilities and Autism.
If you are interested in making a difference, Please forward your CV immediately
