Band 5 Practitioner

Band 5 Practicioner

Rate: (£28407 - £34581)

Hours: 37.5 hpw

Key Duties:

-Represent the interests of the public;

-Promote involvement of the public; through promoting the involvement of the public in consultations or processes leading to decisions by HSC bodies which may affect the health and social well-being of the public;

-Provide assistance (by way of representation or otherwise) to individuals making or intending to make a complaint relating to health and social care;

-Promote the provision by HSC bodies of advice and information to the public about the design, commissioning and delivery of health and social care; and

-Undertake research and conduct investigations into the best methods and practices for consulting the public about, and involving them in, matters relating to health and social care; and providing advice on those methods and practices

-To deliver an effective involvement, advocacy and support service to the public across Northern Ireland on an individual and group basis

Essential Criteria:

- A university degree or a relevant professional qualification and 1 years’ experience in working in a paid capacity with vulnerable people who require support to overcome significant challenges.

OR

- At least 4 years’ experience in working with vulnerable people who require support to overcome significant challenges

-Experience of liaising or working with statutory and voluntary agencies

-Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment.

Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and a Corporate Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Platinum Recruitment NI Ltd adheres to all current employment legislation.

Please note only those candidates shortlisted may be contacted