Assessment Specialist – National Role

The Assessment Specialist will report to the Business Manager – Referrals and Contracts

The Assessment Specialist will play a key role in informing placement decisions across Resilience Healthcare services. Using strong clinical and social care assessment skills, the post holder will review referral information, complete person-centred assessments in a variety of community settings, and produce high-quality assessment reports that guide decisions made by the Referral Committee.

Assessment & Clinical Review

• Review referral files to determine whether individuals may be suitable for Resilience Healthcare Services.
• Conduct comprehensive, person-centred assessments in community settings across Ireland.
• Use professional assessment skills to observe how an individual’s disability impacts their daily life and functional abilities.
• Engage directly with individuals, families, carers, and professionals to gather additional information.
• Produce clear, accurate, and evidence-based assessment reports to support decision-making by the Referral Committee.
• Recommend the service model or supports that best meet the individual’s needs, aligned with Resilience’s care pathways.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build rapport and trust with individuals and families during the assessment process.
• Communicate professionally and empathetically with MDT members, HSE Disability Teams, advocates, and other stakeholders.
• Represent Resilience Healthcare positively and professionally at all assessment visits and meetings.

Operational & Administrative Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, confidential records in line with GDPR and safeguarding obligations.
• Update and manage assessment information on Dynamics 365 and other internal systems.
• Follow all Resilience Healthcare policies, procedures, and regulatory standards relevant to assessment and pre-admissions.
• Collaborate with the scheduling team, who will arrange assessment visits, ensuring punctuality, preparedness, and professionalism.

Service Knowledge & Continuous Learning

• Develop a strong understanding of Resilience Healthcare’s service models, including Residential, Supported Living, Shared Care, and Respite Services.
• Conduct familiarisation visits to Resilience services to maintain up-to-date operational and environmental knowledge.
• Attend required training sessions, CPD opportunities, and reflective practice meetings to enhance professional skill and knowledge.
• Contribute insights that support continuous improvement of assessment tools, templates, and processes.

Travel & Mobility

• Travel throughout Ireland to complete assessments, using a company vehicle provided for the role.

Working with Others

• A positive influence on colleagues and families.
• Collaborates effectively and supports others to achieve successful outcomes.

Communicating

• Communicates clearly, professionally, and with empathy.
• Adapts communication style to suit complex or sensitive situations.
• Respects confidentiality at all times.

Delivering Results

• Takes ownership of workload and strives for excellence.
• Meets deadlines and maintains high-quality assessment outputs.

Analysing and Deciding

• Uses clinical judgement and evidence-based analysis to inform recommendations.
• Balances qualitative and quantitative information to guide decision-making.

Planning and Executing

• Organises assessment schedules efficiently and maintains excellent time management.
• Ensures assessments, reports, and records are completed to the highest standard.

Essential/Role Requirements: 

• 3+ years of experience in disability services, social care, behavioural support, clinical roles, or assessment-based work.
• A recognised qualification in Social Care, Psychology, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Nursing, Occupational Therapy or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience conducting functional, clinical, or holistic needs assessments.
• Strong report-writing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while being part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Highly organised, with strong time-management skills for on-the-road work.
• Strong IT literacy; experience with Microsoft Dynamics is desirable but not essential.
• Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide.
• Commitment to person-centred practice, safeguarding, and high-quality standards.

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