Vacancy Details

Description

G07 £30,559 - £32,115 per annum
Temporary until 31/03/2026
Internal Only
A new opportunity has arisen for the role of Social Case Assessor to support with the focussed reviews of people in receipt of Direct Payments, the successful post holder will be a part of a highly motivated Direct Payment team, working alongside a newly established care review team. This is a temporary post until March 2026 where upon we will review the position.   
We are seeking someone with significant knowledge of Direct Payments and how they work in practice, including but not limited to: 
•    The benefits of Direct Payments when they work well;
•    Direct Payment payment methods;
•    A good understanding of any possible financial implications for Direct Payment recipients in relation to Client Contributions and top-up payments;
•    Knowledge of contingency planning;
•    Nominated and Suitable Persons principles;
•    An understanding of the complexities that can occur following Direct Payment financial audits;
•    Contractual issues that occur between the Direct Payment recipient and their care worker or company of choice.
If you feel you have the skills and knowledge we are looking for please contact Debbie Sides (Direct Payment Team) for an informal chat.  
An Enhanced DBS check & Social Care Wales registration is required for this position.
The Council welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, disability, sexuality, religious belief or age.
The Council is committed to developing its bilingual workforce and welcomes applications from candidates who demonstrate their capability to work in both English and Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.