Job summary
We are looking for individuals to join our fantastic team on Willow Ward, High Dependency Rehabilitation and Recovery mental Health Services. Willow ward is a 15 bedded unit at West Park Hospital that provides inpatient mental health care, assessment and comprehensive treatment to individuals who are experiencing mental ill health and require support in their recovery to enable them to live with as much independence as possible in the community by promoting individualised, person centred care.
The ward actively encourages development & training opportunities and encourage the role within this progressing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
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. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
Main duties of the job
To improve the lives of those with mental ill health by minimising the impact of their condition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery and well being.
To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their carers.To assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the nurse in charge of the ward, undertaking duties and activities with limited or indirect supervision.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health.
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.
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.
You will be offered varied opportunities for training and development, with CPD needs being identified and monitored through appraisal. Well defined and supportive supervision systems are in place both clinically and through line management.
For any questions, please contact Gemma Readman-Ward Manager.
gemmareadman@nhs.net
01325 552087
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.
You will be offered varied opportunities for training and development, with CPD needs being identified and monitored through appraisal. Well defined and supportive supervision systems are in place both clinically and through line management.
For any questions, please contact Gemma Readman-Ward Manager.
gemmareadman@nhs.net
01325 552087
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
- Care Certificate (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 12 weeks of commencement in post).
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee post: complete within 2 years of commencement in post))
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
personnel attributes
Essential
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
- Care Certificate (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 12 weeks of commencement in post).
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee post: qualification must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post).
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee post: complete within 2 years of commencement in post))
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
Knowledge
Essential
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
personnel attributes
Essential
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
