Welfare Benefits Adviser

St Anns

Welfare Benefits Adviser

£25626

St Anns, The Park, City of Nottingham

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 15 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: bfe708f809d6434f94df1bcfdaa00559

Full Job Description

  • To deliver advice and representation on welfare benefits and generalist social welfare law in a variety of methods and venues. Including out-reach sessions across the city / conurbation

  • To be responsible for producing evidence to support the monitoring officer & collate figures in accordance with the funder's requirements.

  • To ensure work produced is of the highest standard.

  • To ensure the confidentiality & security of all agency & client documentation &/or information.

  • To ensure that clients are regularly updated as to the current situation of their cases.

  • To make sure that continuing contact is maintained with the client even though a 'matter' is going through a period of inactivity for a justified reason.

  • Develop & maintain positive working relationships with other providers & support agencies.

  • To maintain digital files in an orderly system.

  • To always maintain clear & precise communications with other members of staff.

  • To take care that good working relationships with external organisations are maintained.

  • To deal with routine & difficult enquires from telephone callers & clients effectively & efficiently.

  • To develop support staff in order that they may possess the skills essential for continued efficiency & success. To encourage support staff in the sense of team spirit that is a necessity for the future growth & expansion of the Advice centre.

  • To ensure that all stock, equipment & machinery used is maintained in a safe & secure manner & any faults reported immediately.

  • To undertake any other duties as required by the Management Committee.

  • To attend any training/professional development