Referral and Assessment Specialist - 12 Month Contract

Do you have a strong background in social care, mental health, or housing with a passion for delivering person-centered support? Due to growth Lifeways is seeking an experienced Referral & Assessment Practitioner to join our team and play a pivotal role in supporting individuals with learning disabilities and complex needs. We are experiencing a period of growth and this role is integral to ensure we can deliver to the needs of the people we support in the North East.

Referral & Assessment Practitioner - 12month FTC

Location: Home-based with some travel in the North West England (Liverpool / Manchester/Lancashire

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Salary: £35,000 - £37,000 + (OTE Bonus Sche

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Who W

e Are:At Lifeways, we’re proud to be the UK’s largest provider of support for adults with complex needs, putting people at the heart of everything we do. Over 2023/24, we embarked on a transformative journey, investing in new systems, services, and talent to enhance the care we provide. With over 4,000 people supported, 1,500 services, and 11,000 dedicated colleagues, our mission is clear: to be the provider and employer of choice in social

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About t

he RoleAs a Referral & Assessment Practitioner, you will be responsib

• le for:Assessing the diverse support needs of individuals referred to Lifeways’ services, using emotional intelligence and professional exp
• ertise.You can conduct assessments with face to face or virtually
• onlinePromoting a recovery-oriented approach, tailoring assessments to individual circums
• tances.Developing clear, high-quality assessments that form the foundation of effective support plans. These plans need to be detailed and thourough but also recognise that there is person a the end of the assessment waiting for a placement so ability to prioritise
• is keyCollaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive service de
• livery.Producing detailed financial costings for support proposals and securing funding agre
• ements.Coordinating transitions to ensure a smooth move into our se

rvices.

Essential Skills and Ex

perienceWe are looking for candidates with the fo

• llowing:Assessment Expertise: Demonstrated ability to assess a wide range of support needs, analysing referral information and identifying gaps to create comprehensive car
• e plans.Sector Experience: Proven experience within the care, health, and/or housing sectors, particularly in learning disabilities, autism, or mental
• health.Knowledge and Promotion of Recovery: Strong understanding of mental health, contributors to poor mental health, and risk man
• agement.Financial Acumen: Experience in developing financial costings for support p
• ackages.Analytical Skills: High-level ability to interpret complex information and apply it effe
• ctively.Coordination and Organization: Evidence of managing complex workloads across large geographical areas with competing
• demands.Communication and Writing: Ability to produce professional, well-written assessment reports and quality-assure other
• s' work.Relationship Building: Skill in fostering positive relationships with external and partner organizations to deliver cohesive s
• ervices.IT Proficiency: Strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and relevant digital tools to produce high-quality docume

ntation.

Why Choose

• Lifeways?Join a leading and largest provider of specialist support services, where your expertise directly impac
• ts lives.Be part of a incredible Business Development function going from strength to strength with a large growth plan for t
• he futureFlexible, home-based working with travel to services as
• required.Be part of a dynamic team committed to excellence and in
• novation.Autonomy over your diary and ability to p
• lan aheadAccess to ongoing professional development and career progression oppo

rtunities

Ho

w to ApplyIf you’re an experienced professional passionate about supporting individuals with complex needs and meeting the criteria above, we want to hear from you! Submit your CV and a Application Form explaining how your skills and experience align with

this role.

Lifeways is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all te

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