At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct comprehensive assessments of health conditions and disabilities for government benefits.
- Company: Leading multi-national employer offering hybrid working opportunities.
- Benefits: 25 days holiday, health programme, company laptop, and matched pension.
- Other info: Flexible working hours with excellent training and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while utilising your clinical expertise.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, or Paramedic.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
This is an exciting hybrid working opportunity for Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Paramedics to make the most of their existing clinical knowledge and take on a new role with a leading, multi-national employer with full-time and part-time roles available.
As a WCA Functional Specialist, you will be providing unbiased, comprehensive assessments of the claimants' health conditions or disabilities and the impact on their daily life for the Government's Work Capability Assessment (WCA) benefit.
Hybrid/Office split 40/60 after training. Full-time working hours available.
Training: Full-time up to 12 weeks.
Benefits:
- 25 days holidays per annum, rising to 27 days with service
- Company laptop and mobile phone provided
- Access to health & wellbeing programme and Headspace mobile app
- Employee network groups
- Company matched pension
- Life assurance
- Cycle2work scheme
Please note, training will be 50/50 from Belfast site and home working.
As a Functional Specialist, your job will be taking account of a wide range of health conditions and disabilities affecting the individual to conduct a thorough assessment and deliver Work Capability Assessment reports. You will assess the full range of health conditions and disabilities affecting the claimant, including physical, sensory, mental, intellectual and cognitive impairments.
You will have time built into your working rota for breaks, CPD, audit amendments, requesting and reviewing further evidence and team meetings.
Qualifications: Qualified Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Paramedic with valid registration on NMC or HCPC without restrictions.
Disability Assessor employer: Donard Recruitment Ltd
As a Functional Specialist, you will join a supportive and dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals seeking disability allowance. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth, offering comprehensive training and development opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, we provide a fulfilling work environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
