South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership (SLUHSCP) is looking for a new carers representative for the Integration Joint Board (IJB). This is a voluntary position to represent carers in South Lanarkshire.

As the IJB Carers Representative, Lanarkshire Carers and South Lanarkshire University Health and Social Care Partnership will support your participation and involvement in the planning, resourcing and operational oversight of local health and social care services.

Your skill, knowledge and experience of caring will help ensure we get it right for carers in South Lanarkshire.

By joining the IJB, you will:

• Represent and champion the views of carers at the IJB, Strategic Commissioning Group, Carers Partnership and other local and national strategic groups
• Contribute to the good governance regarding the IJB’s statutory obligations
• Help to shape the planning of future services and service delivery in South Lanarkshire
• Access learning, development and support to enable you to fulfil your role and achieve personal outcomes

The role requires the IJB Carers Representative to:

• Attend four IJB meetings per year
• Attend Strategic Commissioning Group and Carer Partnership Group Meetings
• Update and feedback to Lanarkshire Carers Connected which is a forum open to all carers in South Lanarkshire

For more information, please see:

• South Lanarkshire IJB Carers Representative - Role Specification
• South Lanarkshire IJB Carers Representative - FAQ

Find out more!

The duration of tenure for the role is three years and is voluntary, with relevant expenses paid.
We plan to hold an Information Evening on Tuesday 17 September 2024 (details below) at which you can learn more about the role, how you will be supported and meet our current IJB Carers Representative. 

IJB Carers Representative Information Evening

Venue: Lanarkshire Carers Centre, Ground Floor Left, Princes Gate, 60 Castle Street, Hamilton, ML3 6BU

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Date: Tuesday 17 September 2024
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
 

To book a place please complete the online form