Job summary
You will be responsible for assisting with the delivery of patient centred care under the supervision of a senior member of the South West Home Treatment Team; providing practical support to service users in performing day to day activities, guidance and education, and in assisting in their management and care based upon individual needs under the guidance of a senior member of the Team.
You will be expected to work collaboratively with key partner organisations, service users, carers, clinicians and other practitioners within the multi-disciplinary team in delivering services; providing a 7-day a week, 24-hours a day service for 365 days a year, working shifts where appropriate and operationally required.
In delivering your duties you are expected to display behaviours that are aligned with the Trust values and as required in accordance with the NHS Constitution at all times.
There is a possibility that the successful applicant may be considered for progression to a Band 4 post. This is provided they develop and meet necessary requirements subject to the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
Core clinical functions
Assist in the management and care of service users under supervision
Produce accurate and timely documentation / records on all clients in line with relevant codes and Trust policy
Assist senior staff in the ongoing assessment and observation of service users and provide timely and appropriate feedback
Assist in the risk assessment of the individual and of the potential hazards in the SU environment
Provide practical support to service users, carers
Transport / accompany service users to appointments
Attend Team meetings i.e. referral / review / business as appropriate
Report and document incidents as required
Support service users in activities of daily living such as meal planning, shopping, budget management
Support with employment, housing and benefit claims and paperwork
Undertake physical health care checks of service users, document and report results
Under supervision take part in assessing and reviewing care
Under supervision take part in group work (low level) - such as relaxation, health promotion, sleep hygiene etc
Provide support to service user to promote concordance with medication and treatment regimes in line with Trust policy
Transport and store medications in line with Trust policy
Provide practical support, guidance and education for service users, carers
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants.
To support this one workforce model the successful candidate for this post will be required to attend our5 day (Monday to Friday) face to face Induction Programme at our MSE ICS Education Hub at Brentwood Community Hospital. Your start date will therefore fall on one of two of the HCA Academy induction dates across the month, which will be discussed and agreed during the recruitment process.
Our HCA Academy Induction programme has been designed to train and support the successful candidate through the early stages of their employment at EPUT and will provide opportunities to enhance skills, knowledge and experience.
Further information will be provided post interview.
This will be followed by an additional 5 day (Monday to Friday) EPUT corporate / mandatory training welcome. (EPUT Welcome will be varied between face to face and virtual delivery).
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System (ICS) brings together key health, care, community, and voluntary sector organisations from across our area. Our aim is to work together in partnership to join up health and care services, improving our populations health and wellbeing and reducing health inequalities. One such example of this collaborative work is the launch of our HCA Academy, an ICS initiative between Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT) and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (MSEFT) to support the incoming Health Care assistant (HCA) workforce. The academy models a one workforce cross system approach to the onboarding, induction, education and experience of Healthcare Assistants.
To support this one workforce model the successful candidate for this post will be required to attend our5 day (Monday to Friday) face to face Induction Programme at our MSE ICS Education Hub at Brentwood Community Hospital. Your start date will therefore fall on one of two of the HCA Academy induction dates across the month, which will be discussed and agreed during the recruitment process.
Our HCA Academy Induction programme has been designed to train and support the successful candidate through the early stages of their employment at EPUT and will provide opportunities to enhance skills, knowledge and experience.
Further information will be provided post interview.
This will be followed by an additional 5 day (Monday to Friday) EPUT corporate / mandatory training welcome. (EPUT Welcome will be varied between face to face and virtual delivery).
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 of National Vocational Qualification scheme or equivalent experience and commitment to training and development
- Experience of working with patients with mental health problems
- Commitment to and attained of, the national Care Certificate no later than 6 months from date of appointment.
Desirable
- Experience of liaising and working within a team
- National Care Certificate
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Basic understanding of mental health condition and its effects on day to day living
Desirable
- An understanding of the roles of multi-professional team members
- Knowledge of statutory and non-statutory agencies.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills / Ability to communicate clearly
- Good oral communication skills based on fluency of the English language
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Possession of current driving licence
Desirable
- Ability to organise individual and group activity
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour
- Ensures that the organisational values of open, compassionate and empowering are demonstrated by self and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely way, either directly; or raised with the relevant Line Manager; or through the relevant processes within the Trust as appropriate
Desirable
- Flexible, Adaptable and Self-Motivated
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 of National Vocational Qualification scheme or equivalent experience and commitment to training and development
- Experience of working with patients with mental health problems
- Commitment to and attained of, the national Care Certificate no later than 6 months from date of appointment.
Desirable
- Experience of liaising and working within a team
- National Care Certificate
Knowledge and understanding
Essential
- Basic understanding of mental health condition and its effects on day to day living
Desirable
- An understanding of the roles of multi-professional team members
- Knowledge of statutory and non-statutory agencies.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills / Ability to communicate clearly
- Good oral communication skills based on fluency of the English language
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Possession of current driving licence
Desirable
- Ability to organise individual and group activity
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour
- Ensures that the organisational values of open, compassionate and empowering are demonstrated by self and others every day and that any matters of concern are addressed in a timely way, either directly; or raised with the relevant Line Manager; or through the relevant processes within the Trust as appropriate
Desirable
- Flexible, Adaptable and Self-Motivated
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Basildon Mental Health Unit
Basildon Hospital
Basildon
SS16 5NL
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
