Job summary
- Main area
- Mental Health Services For Older People
- Grade
- Band 3
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job ref
- 346-DDM-045-24
- Employer
- Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Auckland Park Hospital
- Town
- Bishop Auckland
- Salary
- £22,816 - £24,336 (pro rata) per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/07/2024 23:59
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Intensive Community Support Worker
Band 3
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care —our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We’re committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won’t rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job overview
MHSOP Crisis Team are looking for experienced Community Support Workers to join the team. The team work across Durham and Darlington to provide a rapid response support to patients experiencing mental health problems with the community to prevent hospital admission and support timely discharge. The service provides mental health support to patients who are receiving intermediate care and will provide additional support to patients in the community. You will carry out assigned tasks involving direct care and will be required to work rotational days over 7 days.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
Main duties of the job
The post holders will need to be flexible, adaptable and with the ability to work on their own initiative and be able to communicate with all agencies relevant to patient care. Good written communication is required for the completion of patient notes and good verbal skills are required for providing information to patients who might have communications difficulties.
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.
Working for our organisation
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care —our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We’re committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won’t rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification which outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the post.
Additional informal enquiries: Jo Dobson Advanced Nurse Practitioner 07771620598.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Successful completion of Trust’s full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential criteria
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- MHSOP Community Experience
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Person centred care
- Underestanding of mental health
Desirable criteria
- Sound knowledge of Dementia/Delirium
Skills
Essential criteria
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescale)
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of age related risks
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Gemma Keeligan
- Job title
- Team Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07825378368
- Additional information
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