Disability Assessor
Posted 4 hours ago by Everpool Recruitment
Seeking flexibility and impact? Join our team as a Homebased Functional Assessor and enjoy working from home with no weekends, bank holidays, or long shifts.
Location: Homebased
Salary: £37,500 - £45,500 + Excellent Bonus Scheme.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm | Full-Time
Part-Time positions available after training.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Salary: £37,500 - £45,500, with £1000 increases after 6 and 12 months.
- Generous Bonuses: Up to 10% for quality and performance.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 9am – 5pm hours with no nights or weekends.
- Flexible Work Options: Choose between hybrid or fully remote work.
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase up to 5 additional days.
- Pension Scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.
- Career Progression: Excellent internal advancement opportunities.
- Employee Discounts: Discounts at around 1,000 retailers.
- Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefits including 24/7 Employee Assistance, a wellbeing app, BUPA Anytime Helpline, and more.
- ShareSave Scheme: Participate in our ShareSave scheme.
- Volunteering Day: Paid day off each year for volunteering.
Role Overview:
As a Homebased Functional Assessor, you will:
- Conduct Assessments: Evaluate claimants' health via phone and face-to-face.
- Review Evidence: analyse medical evidence, health questionnaires, and daily living activities.
- Compile Reports: Produce detailed reports for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Example Tasks:
- Interview claimants to understand their health conditions and daily challenges.
- Review medical records and write comprehensive reports.
- Provide recommendations based on thorough assessments.
Training Program:
Successful candidates will complete a 5-week comprehensive training program covering:
- Assessment Techniques: Best practices for accurate evaluations.
- DWP Guidelines: Requirements and guidelines of the Department for Work and Pensions.
- Report Writing: Skills for detailed and objective reporting.
Who We Need:
We are specifically seeking:
- Registered Adult Nurses (Adult, Mental Health, Learning Disability, General)
- Occupational Therapists (Adult-focused)
- Paramedics (Adult-focused)
- Physiotherapists (Adult-focused)
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year post-qualification.
- Registration: Must have at least 1 year of active registration with NMC or HCPC.
- Skills: Strong communication, proficient typing, and excellent IT skills are essential.
About Us:
Join an organisation dedicated to exceptional service and positive change. We foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive and make a difference.
Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your career with us!
How to Apply:
Email your application to (url removed) or apply via the link provided.
For questions or additional details, contact us. We look forward to receiving your application!
- Type:
- Permanent
- Start Date:
- 30/09/2024
- Contract Length:
- N/A
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- Job Reference:
- SERCO-DAVE-GLOUCESTER
- Job ID:
- 222381769
- Applications:
- Be first to apply
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