Referral Taker/Advisor (Gloucestershire County Council) - Employment, career opportunity in uk

Job Title : Referral Taker/Advisor, Cotswolds Referral Centre
Organisation  : Gloucestershire County Council | Delivery – Adult Services    
Reference : 2/CDF/13/216
Deadline  : 9th Sept 2013 23:00 PM
Job Type:  Full Time, Permanent position
Hours  :   37 hours per week
Salary :Grade F, Points 17 to 22, £16,998.00 to £19,817.00 per annum    
DBS Check:  No    
Location  :  Cotswolds Referral Centre, Adult Social Care Offices, The Old School, 47 Lewis Lane, Cirencester, Glos. GL7 1EB

  

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the ongoing development of the Referral Centre for the Cotswolds Locality. This role is at the heart of the Referral Centre as it is the first point of contact for professionals requiring services for people in the Cotswolds.

The role involves taking referrals from health and social professionals who require ongoing community services for people in the Cotswolds Locality. It also involves signposting professionals to relevant services and liaising closely with a small team of Referral Centre professionals in getting the best outcomes in terms of health and social care for the people of the Cotswolds.

This post would best suit someone who has experience in working in a busy and pressurised environment where a questioning manner and attention to detail are part of their day to day work.

Excellent communication and organisational skills, both verbally and written are essential for this role as is confidence in dealing with professionals and the public on the telephone.

A knowledge of local health and care systems would be advantageous although training will be given.

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who would enjoy the challenge of being part of this developing and innovative service and would like further information or to organise an informal visit please contact – Bernie White, Team Manager, Cotswolds Referral Centre on 01285 881080 or bernie.white@gloucestershire.gov.uk

Interview date – 10/10/2013.

Gloucestershire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people or vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

To apply online click the link below, where you will also find links to the Job Profile and Guidance Notes.

Only if you have difficulty accessing the information published online should you contact GCC Recruitment Team on 01452 425255 (24 hour Voicemail) or email to recr4@gloucestershire.gov.uk quoting the vacancy reference number above.

This position is suitable for job share.
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