https://www.dgalcarers.co.uk/about/vacancies/
The postholder will provide support to Adult Carers primarily across the Wigtownshire area.
A knowledge of issues affecting Carers is essential, as is access to own car.
An awareness of the workings of the third sector, health and social care services would be an advantage.
A knowledge of digital applications is essential and experience of using virtual platforms would be an advantage.
The post will include a blended approach of home and office working
Key Tasks:
· To provide sensitive, non-judgemental and confidential information, advice and support to Carers
· To provide extensive one to one support to Carers using telephone, face to face appointments and digital platforms
· To support the delivery of groups for Carers virtually or in person
· To assist Carers to develop an Adult Carers Support Plan using outcomes focussed good conversations
· To provide advocacy where appropriate or support the family and Carer to access independent advocacy.
· To establish and maintain links with relevant professionals in health, Social Work, education and the third sector; to maximise opportunities for joint working, sharing expertise, supporting Carers and general networking.
· To promote the importance of maintaining and improving Carers access to health and wellbeing opportunities.
· To keep up-to-date with changes in relevant policies, locally and nationally.
· To enable Carers to participate in local planning and decision making processes.
· To participate in promotional activities relating to the work of the organisation including giving presentations.
· To participate in fundraising opportunities and Carers activities, including Young Carers groups if required.
· To provide information to be circulated, contribute to newsletters, calendars of activities and website information.
· To use MS Office programmes, Outlook and input into the organisation’s CMR database for monitoring and reporting purposes.
· To attend regular staff supervision and Carers Centre staff meetings and training.
· Any other duties deemed necessary by the Centre Manager and the Board of Trustees.
**Please note: CVs will not be accepted**
Pay: From £25,538.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health & wellbeing programme
Experience:
- Support Worker: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dumfries DG1 2PW
