Job summary
Opportunities have arisen to join our professional, patient centered team at Rydon Ward.
As a Health Care Assistant within our team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues in a professional and compassionate environment for adults of working age who experiencing acute mental health difficulties.
Full time and Part time hours also considered
Main duties of the job
The role can be emotionally challenging but also immensely rewarding when our patients recover from their mental health and are able to move on from hospital.If you feel you would like to contribute in helping to make a change in peoples lives, then please contact us for an informal chat. We look forward to hearing from you.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust we are actively seeking individuals who want to contribute to our vision of providing patient centred and compassionate care. We are interested in hearing from people who can make a difference with their positive outlook, dedication, expertise and compassion.
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
The purpose of this role is to provide care and support to acutely mentally unwell people of working age.
You will be working within an inpatient unit, are required to work in support of the qualified nurses and other health care professionals and carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by registered nurses/ occupational therapist.
You will be involved in the delivery and coordination of ward activities.
The Job involves listening and talking to patients, carers and colleagues as well as external stakeholders; observing patients behaviour providing close observation to ensure patient safety; encouraging patients with eating and drinking and personal hygiene; involving patients in diversional activities; escorting patients out of the unit; dealing with anger and aggression through explanation, negotiation and de-escalation; assisting in the management of violent episodes and encouraging patient to adhere to their care and treatment plans which include accepting medication.
You will work over a 24 hour rotational shift pattern.
Please see JD for full information
Job description
Job responsibilities
The purpose of this role is to provide care and support to acutely mentally unwell people of working age.
You will be working within an inpatient unit, are required to work in support of the qualified nurses and other health care professionals and carry out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of and supervised by registered nurses/ occupational therapist.
You will be involved in the delivery and coordination of ward activities.
The Job involves listening and talking to patients, carers and colleagues as well as external stakeholders; observing patients behaviour providing close observation to ensure patient safety; encouraging patients with eating and drinking and personal hygiene; involving patients in diversional activities; escorting patients out of the unit; dealing with anger and aggression through explanation, negotiation and de-escalation; assisting in the management of violent episodes and encouraging patient to adhere to their care and treatment plans which include accepting medication.
You will work over a 24 hour rotational shift pattern.
Please see JD for full information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to work towards NVQ level 3 in direct care or Certificate in Care if not already held.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people e.g. in a caring situation, dealing with the general public .
- Open to guidance and instruction from team members.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in mental health services.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Challenging situations in a calm and professional manner
- Ability to undertake PMVA training to required level for role
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.
- Ability to inspire hope, support recovery and make a difference
- Empathy and understanding towards people with mental illness.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Must be willing to work towards NVQ level 3 in direct care or Certificate in Care if not already held.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people e.g. in a caring situation, dealing with the general public .
- Open to guidance and instruction from team members.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in mental health services.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives remaining sensitive and empathetic.
- Challenging situations in a calm and professional manner
- Ability to undertake PMVA training to required level for role
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to demonstrate an awareness and responsibility whilst recognising the impact frequent exposure to distressing circumstances has on care and compassion.
- Ability to inspire hope, support recovery and make a difference
- Empathy and understanding towards people with mental illness.
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.
