ROLE

To ensure that D/deaf people have access to appropriate and effective environmental aids to support their specific needs and to enhance their longer-term independence at home

DUTIES

1. Lead responsibility for taking Knowsley MBC referrals for environmental aids assessments, ensuring they are dealt with in a timely manner following appropriate procedures.
2. Carry out one to one assessment of individual needs and issue appropriate environmental aids, giving advice on their use, installation and maintenance.
3. Conduct the assessments in the most appropriate place in relation to the needs of the individual including home visits, residential establishments or within the Centre.
4. Train individuals in the use of the equipment ensuring all aspects of Health & Safety are considered.
5. Collect accurate qualitative and quantitative evidence to demonstrate the participation levels and impact of the service provided.
6. Maintain accurate records of service user details, equipment stock control, budgets and equipment loans.
7. Work closely with partners staff to maintain equipment stock levels, reporting requirements and monitoring
8. Research and keep up to date on the range and quality of equipment available including the introduction of new products.
9. Actively promote the service to the wider community through the production of literature, presentations and displays.
10. Liaise with colleagues both internally and externally to ensure the delivery of a quality service to individuals.
11. Undertake appropriate training and learning opportunities to fulfil the role to its full potential.
12. Act within the DRC’s policies and procedures particularly Health & Safety, Safeguarding and Equality & Diversity.
    Job Type: Part-time
    Pay: £11,085.00 per year
    Expected hours: 15 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• Do you hold a minimum level 2 British Sign Language qualification or native sign language user

Work Location: In perso