Carers Financial Wellbeing Coordinator
28,402.92 per year
County Durham
Full-time
22nd May 2026
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Carers Financial Wellbeing Coordinator at Durham County Carers Support
Role description: Project Support
1 year fixed term contract funded by DCC Crisis and Resilience Fund
- Provide one-to-one, tailored support to carers around financial wellbeing, including budgeting and income maximisation
- Identify underlying issues such as debt, low income, or housing challenges and support carers to address these
- Deliver timely crisis interventions, including access to essential items such as white goods and vouchers
- Make warm referrals to specialist services and work closely with partners across health, social care, and the voluntary sector
- Support carers to build longer-term resilience and reduce reliance on crisis support
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to monitoring and reporting requirements
- Experienced in supporting vulnerable individuals or communities
- Knowledgeable about financial hardship, welfare benefits, or advice services
- Confident in carrying out assessments and making sound decisions
- A strong communicator who can build trust and positive relationships
- Organised, with good digital and record-keeping skills
- Able to work both independently and as part of a team