4-5 months contract with a local authority

• Carry out a placement brokerage role within adult services, including older people, learning disabilities, and mental health services.
  
• Contribute to market management initiatives within the Commissioning Team.
  
• Ensure timely supplier setup, contracting, and amendment activities.
  
• Source services for individuals with no recourse to public funds, as required.
  
• Update the Mosaic and CM2000 systems as needed.
  
• Collaborate effectively with the Information and Assessment Team, Care Management Teams, Hospital Discharge, and Finance Teams.
  
• Identify savings and negotiate with providers to achieve value for money in services brokered for service users.
  
• Maintain clear lines of responsibility and accountability in the brokerage function.
  
• Ensure accuracy in record-keeping and consistent recording practices on Mosaic for robust financial information, budget forecasting, and community care charging purposes.