Community Support Worker/TraineeNHS
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Adult Crisis Team, the team support individuals and families within the community, you will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team to provide high quality care to those accessing the service. Within this role you will have a good knowledge of local services within the area, support individuals within the community, but also support people within the 136 suite at Foss Park Hospital. You will need to be able to communicate well with a wide range of individuals, adapting your communication style according to individual need in a responsive and caring manner.
We are looking for people who can work independently but will be supported regularly both clinically and managerially, supervision and support with professional development.
As a team we are committed to new ways of thinking which will allow continual improvement the wellbeing of those accessing our service.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Main duties of the job
The Community Support Worker/Trainee is an essential clinical role required to deliver care as delegated by registered clinicians, including group work. This CSW post will contribute to consistent provision delegated non-pharmacological intervention and monitoring of mental and physical health; also enhancing communication about patient progression and increased needs to ensure responsive, appropriate support from within the small multidisciplinary team. The CSW's have an essential role to play in supporting the whole Multidisciplinary team to ensure positive working relationships and effective joint working between services.
CSWs also underpin the delivery of the team's Physical Health and support the wider team within the community. They provide timely physical interventions such as NEWS and ECGs, ensuring safe monitoring during medication changes and early detection of health concerns. This role is fundamental to the smooth operation of the MDT and the delivery of core clinical pathways.
It is essential that the applicant is a driver that can travel independently within the community to meet the needs of the service. The CSW will be required to undergo training provided in positive and safe care to support acutely distress people within the 136 suite.
Job description
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 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).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies within 2 years of commencement in post.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
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.This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
About us
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.