Customer Service Advisor - Initial Contact Worker
Location: Havering
Contract: Full-time temp
Pay Rate: £16.84 PAYE hour
Start Date: Urgent - Immediate Start
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable adults and their carers? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Initial Contact Worker / Customer Advisor to join our vibrant Havering Access Team (HAT)!
About Us:The Havering Access Team is the gateway to Adult Social Care, delivering timely and effective support to our community. We thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment, where every day is an opportunity to impact lives positively.
What You'll Do:As the first point of contact for Adult Social Care inquiries, your role will be crucial in providing information, advice, and support. You'll work closely with a team of professionals to ensure that residents receive the care they need.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Manage inquiries via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
- Deliver clear, accurate, and empathetic guidance to residents and carers.
- Process referrals and gather relevant information for appropriate teams.
- Maintain accurate records on our Adult Social Care database.
- Conduct strengths-based conversations, focusing on individual needs.
- Collaborate in a high-pressure environment to ensure timely responses.
What We're Looking For:
- Knowledge of relevant legislation (Care Act 2014, Equality legislation, etc.).
- Experience in busy customer-facing roles, ideally within Adult Social Care.
- Strong IT skills, with a willingness to learn case management systems (Liquid Logic training provided).
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive conversations.
- A flexible and reliable team player ready to hit the ground running!
- Be part of a dedicated team making a real impact.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Supportive work environment with a focus on collaboration.
If you have a background in Adult Social Care or a similar customer-focused role, we want to hear from you! Interviews will be conducted ASAP.
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