Enablement Assessment Officer

Are you passionate about supporting people with complex needs? Do you want to make a real difference in enabling someone's journey to independence? Are you confident working in both hospital and community settings? We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Enablement Assessment Officer to join the Kent Enablement Services (KES) Home from Hospital team. This role offers a unique chance to work with people at a critical point in their mental health recovery journey.

The Council therefore has a statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) to ensure that post holders have a command of spoken English/Welsh sufficient for the effective performance of the job requirements. The ability to travel across a wide geographical area in a timely and flexible manner at various times of the day is essential. Interviews will take place on the 27th & 28th October, at Brook House, Whitstable.

Please ensure that you are available on these dates.

• Empathetic and person-centred, with a passion for supporting people to live independently.
• Experienced in working with individuals with mental health needs, neurodiversity, and learning disabilities.
• Confident in working independently in hospital settings and collaboratively with multi-agency teams.
• Organised, flexible and proactive, with strong assessment and planning skills.
• Able to travel across Kent and adapt to changing needs and priorities.

• NVQ III or Diploma III in Health and Social Care or equivalent, or willingness to work towards (or relevant experience).
• Proven experience in a similar role.
• A good understanding of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding procedures.
• Strong IT and communication skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and continuous professional development.
• Competent in literacy and numeracy

At Kent County Council, we believe in investing in our people. You'll benefit from:

• A supportive team environment with regular supervision and training.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.
• A role that truly makes a difference in people's lives.

KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds, faiths and those with caring responsibilities, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.