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Would you like to join the CHC Learning Disabilities team?  Are you passionate about working with people with Learning Disabilities and looking for a rewarding role that thrives on making a difference and promoting positive outcomes?

We are excited to announce new opportunities within our Hampshire and Isle of Wight All Age Continuing Care Learning Disabilities Team. We are seeking self-motivated professionals who share our values of being person centred, honest, courageous, innovative, and collaborative and who are passionate about improving life opportunities for people who are autistic and/or have a Learning Disability which allow them to live full and meaningful lives in the community.

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As a Senior Clinical Assessor/Practitioner) in Learning Disabilities, you will be responsible for conducting comprehensive individual assessments to assess eligibility for NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC). We are seeking professionals who are proficient in case management and reviewing of care and support for people with Learning Disabilities that are CHC eligible or have S117 aftercare entitlement under the Mental Health Act 1983. You will enable timely provision of appropriate care and support ensuring that people’s needs are effectively met whilst promoting Personal Health Budgets to encourage independence.

You will need to have excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills and an ability to make decisions in a challenging but supportive environment. As part of the role, you will have the opportunity to develop strong links with health and social care colleagues to ensure effective multi-disciplinary working and develop a strong understanding of local NHS and independent sector service provision in individual's own homes and supported living environments.

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The All Age Continuing Care team is friendly and supportive spanning a wide range of people who work together to support each other, patients and the wider system. We support over 6,500 clients through a range of funding arrangements including Continuing Healthcare, Section 117 aftercare, specialist placements, children’s continuing care and other joint funding and oversight of a budget of £247M. Following the re-design of our services, we have Senior Clinical Assessor/Practitioner posts available in Hampshire. The role is community based with flexible working from a local office, The purpose of our All-Age Team is to Improve health opportunities and outcomes within our system by delivering seamless, affordable, and individually focused care for those requiring our services. If your passion and values align with ours, please contact us for an informal discussion about this post or put in an application to join our team.

Here is a summary of some of the benefits and services which are on offer to staff:

·         27 days paid minimum holiday and bank holiday entitlement

·         NHS pension scheme

·         Sick pay policy

·         Occupational health services including staff counselling services

·         Flexible working and family friendly policies

·         Flexible retirement and retirement vouchers

·         Health Service Discounts – offers for stores, travel, equipment etc.

Successful candidates will be subject to a six-month probationary period