Independent Living Advisor

About the role

Are you passionate about helping people? You could be the perfect fit for our new Independent Living Advisor role at The Guinness Partnership. This is a full time, 35 hours per week, permanent role covering our sites in Chesterfield, Sheffield and Shirebrook. You will need to hold a full UK Driving license and have access to your own vehicle.

The overall purpose of the role is to provide an intensive housing management service to Guinness sheltered housing customers.

What we are looking for

We know that how we do things is just as important as what we do, so you’ll not only be highly self-motivated with the rigour to pursue goals, but you’ll also be a confident collaborator, networker and relationship builder with a willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done. The role will require regular travel to sites in Shirebrook, Sheffield & Chesterfield.

You will be able to demonstrate

Essential:

• Previous experience of working with the elderly and proven ability to foster a spirit of co-operation and sense of independence within this group.
• Demonstrable commitment to Equality and Diversity.
• Ability to adapt communication style to suit individual needs or when explaining technical information.
• Previous experience of carrying out administrative work including numeracy work.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Good oral and written communications.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrates the Guinness Behaviours. 

Desirable:

• Up to date working knowledge of Housing Benefit.
• Experience in dealing with bereavement and loss.
• An understanding of both housing management and support services.

Qualifications

Essential:

• Appropriate professional or vocational qualification.

If you’re interested in finding out more about the key responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached role profile.

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