Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Tees North Intensive Home Treatment Team for a Band 3 Community Support Worker.
The successful candidate will work closely with patients whom are presenting in a crisis in order to work towards recovery. They will work as part of a wider MDT, and have the opportunity to liaise with both primary and secondary services.
With management and clinical support from a dedicated leadership team, the successful candidate will receive regular supervision and appraisals, with a structured job plan and opportunities for progression.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
Main duties of the job
Day to day duties of the role will focus on patient review, completing physical health checks, documentation, care plans and safety plans, answering the phone and liaising with other services.
The successful candidate will be supported and overseen by the MDT and leadership team for a clear escalation route of any concerns and risks arising from the above duties.
This post is not open to Trainees therefore the successful candidate must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social care or equivalent alongside Key Skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2.
About us
Working for TEWV NHS Trust you can expectfantastic training & development opportunities with the strong links we have developed at our local universities'. Post-grad qualifications can be supported throughout your career pathway in mental health practice, as well as clinical skills or leadership & management skills, that can lead onto more senior roles within the organisation, helping you to identify and build upon a career pathway. Future planning is supported by the Trust's Talent Management and Workforce Development Team, so we can continue to build upon our commitment of being well led and to deliver excellent care to our communities in either leadership & management or clinical practice modules.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 or equivalent
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities
Desirable
- Experience of working in Physical Health, HDAT, Lithium and Clozapine Clinics
- Experience in venepuncture
- Experience of using a Clozapine POTCHI machine
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (within agreed timescale)
- Knowledge of the CQUIN Physical Health targets (within agreed timescale)
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Competency in ECG and venepuncture (or to complete within agreed timescales)
- Ability to take general observations i.e. pulse, BP, temperature, weight and height
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website .
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants .
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Brook House
163 Durham Road
Stockton On Tees
TS19 0EA