Job summary
We are delighted to be able to advertise a full time, fixed term (14 month) post for a Community Support Worker with the Hambleton and Richmondshire Crisis and Intensive Home Treatment Team. The team are based at North Moor House, Northallerton.
The team covers the areas of Hambleton and Richmondshire. 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.
You are welcome to contact Joanna Kegney, Team manager or our Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clair Hewitt for an informal discussion regarding the service and the role via the teams professional line - 01609 751182.
Main duties of the job
The Team work intensively to support adults with mental health needs and their families and support network in the community as an alternative to hospital admission.
The Team operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and operates a 12 hour shift pattern.
You will be a valuable part of the service and support the needs of individuals accessing Intensive Home Based Treatment. You will work alongside a supportive team, which includes Mental Health Nurses, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Support Workers.
About us
We are a supportive, motivated and forward thinking team.
We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care within a multi-disciplinary approach and feel we are progressive and forward thinking, seeking to improve our services.
This is an exciting and challenging role and will afford the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team that is focused on delivering high standards of care through evidenced based practice.
We will support you by offering regular supervision, training opportunities and encourage your development and role within this 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have previous experience as either a band 2 or 3 Health Care Assistant or equivalent in a care environment.
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 will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have previous experience as either a band 2 or 3 Health Care Assistant or equivalent in a care environment.
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 will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Care Certificate
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation (within agreed timescale)
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
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.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Care Certificate
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Knowledge
Essential
- Person centred care
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation (within agreed timescale)
- Understanding of safeguarding procedures
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.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
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).
