Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of a Support, Time and Recovery (STR) worker on Elm ward at West Park hospital.
West Park hospital is based in Darlington, Elm ward is a 20 bedded adult working age female acute inpatient ward.
The successful post holders will be responsible for working with the MDT for planning and providing appropriate activities to meet the general therapeutic, social and recreational needs of individual service users.
This will need to be flexible and patient centred, changing regularly according to the needs of a patient cohort, and according to the interests of individuals at any given time as well as leave requirements and the need of the ward.
We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care within a multi-disciplinary approach, which is recovery focused. We believe we are progressive and forward thinking, seeking to improve our service. We offer varied training opportunities to support our team and individuals' development.
The post holder will do both ward-based related work and also help reintegrate our patient into the local community. Risk awareness is essential for this post. The post holder needs to be enthusiastic and show a good understanding of the importance of their involvement in supporting patients for good mental health.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for people who can work relatively independently, using their own skills to support patients in engaging with meaningful activity, and through this promote wellbeing using a client centred approach.
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 manner.
Main duties will include supporting with the escorting of patients on periods of leave in and around the local area, to their own home, to attend appointments. Transferring of patients to other TEWV sites. Supporting the MDT to and from other sites. Supporting with the delivery of items such as medication or patient belongings.
Providing time to spend with patients in the clinical setting to support with any health and none health related issues such as supporting with phone calls or completing paperwork.
The role is to work full time 5 days a week over a 7 day week, these working days will be depended on the clinical needs to the ward and needs of the patients.
Although this role will primarily focus on STR there will be an expectation for the successful candidate to deliver direct patient care and work directly with the nursing team to ensure Patient care and safety is the main priority. This role will also work closely with our discharge process to help reintegrate our patients into their local community, building support networks outside of the hospital environment.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington and Tees Valley
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
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.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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.
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 (Trainee: Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post)
- Care Certificate (Trainee: Care Certificate must be achieved within 12 weeks of commencement in post)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2 (Trainee: Successful completion of the Trust's full HCAFramework, including key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2, within 2 years of commencement in post)
Desirable
- Food hygiene
- Health and Safety
- Moving and Handling
- First Aid
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment (Trainee post: no essential experience required)
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation (within agreed timescale)
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Disability and discrimination awareness
- Awareness of Confidentiality
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 or equivalent (Trainee: Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 must be achieved within 2 years of commencement in post)
- Care Certificate (Trainee: Care Certificate must be achieved within 12 weeks of commencement in post)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2 (Trainee: Successful completion of the Trust's full HCAFramework, including key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2, within 2 years of commencement in post)
Desirable
- Food hygiene
- Health and Safety
- Moving and Handling
- First Aid
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment (Trainee post: no essential experience required)
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation (within agreed timescale)
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Desirable
- Disability and discrimination awareness
- Awareness of Confidentiality
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).
