Specialist Adviser

Reference: V1940

We are currently recruiting for a Specialist Adviser to work with a multi-disciplinary team in the provision of high quality condition management services, using cognitive behavioral therapy type approaches to clients. The post-holder will carry out duties consistent with operational aims and objectives in a manner which will maintain Shaw Trust’s excellent reputation and values. The post will be office based and will require travel between Shaw Trust Offices within a District.

The post holder will report to the District Manager (Employment) and the Clinical Services Development Manager.

The main duties will include providing case management, which is included as part of that the Condition Management Programme (CMP). The post holder will work within service-level agreement/s and agreed time frames and liaise with employment and local health & social support networks to provide additional or alternative support to the client.

Duties will also include being accountable for own professional actions, uses professional judgement and makes efficient use of resources available. And to provide clear, concise assessment reports with recommended client action plans/goals, in liaison with the Employment Adviser.

The ideal candidate will have relevant Condition Management and insurance/vocational work experience, evidenced by full CV and professional references; practical experience in accessing external support services and has relevant networking skills, and working knowledge of the health and social benefits and allowances system.

Full Time

Permanent

The salary offered for the successful candidate will depend on personal qualifications. The salary will either be:

Level 1: £24638.64 - £27376.27 per annum
Level 2: £30139.52 - £33488.13 per annum

Shaw Trust is committed to safeguarding. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal records disclosure

An Investor in People and Guardian Top 100 Employer, the Trust offers excellent benefits and development opportunities, including discounted BUPA care and other flexible benefits, child care vouchers, 5 weeks holiday.

Shaw Trust is a registered Charity: 287785

Closing date: 30 April 2010

If you are interested in applying for this job, you may download a copy of our Application Form in either PDF or Microsoft Word Format.

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Please send or email your completed application form to:

Shaw Trust Head Office, Epsom Square, White Horse Business Park, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 0XJ

Email: recruitment@shaw-trust.org.uk

Tel: 01225 716331 (ansaphone service available out of hours)

Minicom: 08457 697288

Please ensure that you quote the relevant Job Vacancy Reference Number in any correspondence.

If you require the Application Form and Information Pack in an alternative format please feel free to contact us. If you would like any assistance in completing the form then please contact us before the closing date and we shall be glad to assist.

Shaw Trust is committed to equality and recognises the value of diversity. We interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.

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