Job Introduction
We are currently recruiting for a Private Sector Housing Senior Adaptations Officer you will be required under the direction of the Private Sector Housing & Adaptations Manager and/or Team Leader take lead responsibility, support and management of the PSH Adaptations teams overseeing the day to day running of the service.
To provide guidance, support and advice with regards to Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) schemes, early intervention, formal application, supervision of officer’s case load and the relationship with external agencies. To deputise for the Private Sector Housing & Adaptations Manager as and/or Team Leader when required.
To ensure that complaints from DFG applicants are prioritised and actioned within reasonable time scales. Maximising the use of available legislation whilst having regard to the Council’s Financial Assistance Policy.
To ensure that applications to the Councils Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) are dealt with in line with statutory timescales whilst also ensuring that the use of funding contributes towards the Council Plan objectives.
Manage the Council’s tenant application in the same professional manor as with the DFG process. Ensuring full communication with the HRA to ensure agreed processes and standards are met.
To investigate and prepare responses to complaints and enquiries from Ward Councillors and local MP’s.
To monitor the two adaptations budgets as directed by the PSH Manager. To engage with Adult and Children’s Social Care Occupational Therapy Seniors to maintain good communication with regards to the adaptions/grant processes.
The successful post holder will be subject to a Standard DBS check.
If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager, please e-mail Rachel Bell on rachel.bell@medway.gov.uk
Career Progression Frameworks (CPF) have been introduced for all roles at Medway Council. These frameworks provide a mechanism for employees to take ownership of their development within their post and be rewarded accordingly. This means that the salary you will be offered will be at level A unless, based on an assessment against the CPF criteria, you demonstrate that you are meeting the criteria of level B or C. There will be further opportunity once in post to progress from level A to B, and B to C.
When writing your application, it is important to ensure you identify your suitability against the requirements of the job profile, as this information will be used for shortlisting and may contribute to the CPF assessment. Your application may be rejected if the minimum required criteria is not met. Further information relating to the requirements for this role can be found in the CPF Guidance document attached.
The person specification of a job profile is split into three levels:
Level A details the essential criteria that all applicants must be able to demonstrate through their application and interview.
Level B details the developed competencies that an individual who is practised in this role would be able to demonstrate and will be a progression of knowledge, experience and skills from level A.
Level C requires the highest level of competence and applicants would need to fully meet and demonstrate all aspects of the job profile, including qualifications, knowledge, skills and experience.
We are seeking a Private Sector Housing Senior Adaptations Officer to join the team at level A. This is the entry point of the role, so you will need to be able to demonstrate the relevant knowledge, experience and skills to get you started, but you will be supported to develop in your role through induction, probation and a supportive Performance Appraisal and Career Conversation. All elements of level A listed within the person specification are essential. Through your induction you will be introduced to the Career Progression Framework (CPF), which will help you to identify your areas of strength and any development needs.
Important Information-
- Applicants must be able to demonstrate all criteria at level A which are essential for appointment to the role.
- Medway Council is not able to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship, so candidates must already possess the right to work in the UK.
- For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online.
- Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted. All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email.
- We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.
Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support.
