Brokerage Officer - Children''s services

Vibe Care are seeking for their client a Grade 8 Brokerage Officer for Children''s Services.This is a part time role is based on Oxfordshire, working 18.5 hours per week over 2.5 days.You would need to attend the office a minimum of twice a month however you should be flexible and willing to come in the office more, depending on the needs of the service.Job Description:To undertake brokerage activities to identify, source and establish effective care and support arrangements for children and adults (specialising in a particular life stage), working with operational services, providers and service users.To receive referrals for individual care and support arrangements and provide appropriate signposting, information and advice to service users and their families in order to inform their care and support decisions.To identify options for care and support packages within the appropriate cost and service requirements, liaising with service users and their families.Building and maintaining effective relationships with providers, social work teams, and other professionalsCustomer service skills and the ability to manage challenging conversations.Creative thinking and flexibility to find solutions for complex placement needs.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Understanding of key legislation and how it applies to children''s placements.Awareness of local and national priorities in children''s social care.To source the required care and support services which meet ..... full job details .....