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How many Disability Officer jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 51 Disability Officer jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Disability Officer do?

Tasks required include:

• Advises on rights and entitlements in relation to benefits, health, discrimination and welfare.
• Advises individuals and families experiencing problems about available resources to assist them.
• Assists and liaises with professionals in social work, the probation service and related welfare areas.
• Organises day, residential and home care services.
• Helps to put together care plans and follows professional’s care plans.
• Maintains records and compiles reports on clients.
• Keeps up to date with legislation.
• Performs pastoral care duties, preaches sermons and conducts some services in accordance with the relevant faith or denomination.

What are the entry requirements for a Disability Officer?

Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications and/or experience. Professional qualifications may be required for some posts. Background checks including a DBS check are likely to be required for those working with vulnerable adults and/or families.