Community Home First/Energy Coordinator

Community Home First/Energy Coordinator – 26-hour post

Location: Home based with travel

Reports to: Service Manager

Hours of Work: 26 hours over 4 days to include a Friday (exact work pattern tba)

Salary: £18,252 per year (£13.50 per hour)

Contract: This role is initially being offered for 8 months (with a possible extension beyond this depending on funding)

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY PURPOSE:      

Age UK Cheshire works with older people to support them in living their best life…

• relieving loneliness, so that older people feel connected,
• combatting poverty, so that older people have enough to live on,
• increasing independence, so that older people can live the lives they want to lead.

In this impactful role, you will support older individuals and manage an active caseload, ensuring the people we work with receive personalised and comprehensive assistance. Your responsibilities will include conducting home visits for practical support, performing home hazard assessments, and facilitating a safe and comfortable homecoming after hospital discharge. You will be instrumental in maximising clients' income through benefit checks and arranging essential home preparations. Regular welfare checks, both in-person and via phone, will be crucial to monitor and support the well-being and progress of each individual.

This position also involves actively engaging people aged 55 plus with their community through local facilities and services, enhancing their quality of life. You will coordinate with other community sector organisations to secure additional support, always prioritising the consent and preferences of the clients. This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, offering vital support to those in need.

To apply for this role, please email hr@ageukcheshire.org.uk sending your CV, along with an email covering letter answering the following 3 questions:

• Do you have the right to work in the UK?
• Do you have use of a car, full driving licence and ability to travel across Cheshire West on a daily basis?
• How do you feel aspects of your career, personal experiences, interests, or voluntary activities support your application for the role?

Please note that there is no application deadline.  An early appointment is desired, so Age UK Cheshire reserves the right to withdraw the vacancy as soon as a suitable candidate is found.  Interested individuals are therefore encouraged to apply early.