Job summary
Part Time 18.75 Hours Per Week
Are you looking
for an exciting opportunity? We are looking for a part-time Health Care Support
Worker to join the Calderdale Learning Disabilities Intensive Support Team.
The team is
situated in the beautiful town of Hebden Bridge and is based at Hebden Bridge
Health Centre (next to the Town Hall). As you would be based at the health
centre, you would benefit from the free parking behind the building.
The team is
multi-disciplinary and provides specialist health support to both individuals,
and their wider support networks. The team work agilely and covers the Calderdale
locality.
The
work is varied and will give the right candidate the chance to develop a range
of skills working alongside a community LD nursing team and with team
colleagues in occupational therapy, speech & language therapy,
physiotherapy, psychology, psychiatry and admin.
We
are looking for someone who is motivated, enthusiastic and demonstrates a
positive attitude to working with people with learning disabilities and a
commitment to promoting a high quality of life for people with learning
disabilities.
If you feel you
can demonstrate all the Trusts values, please apply.
Contact: Nicola Futcher
on 07557 565844 or 01422 393841 for more information.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
Main duties of the job
Will
carry out to a high standard (Under the supervision/direction of the registered
Nurse) specific tasks/planned programmes of care with a designated group of
service users and be able to assess,
problem solve or report, in a timely and proactive manner, when these standards
have not been met.
Postholder
is expected to demonstrate an understanding of the care and treatment
programmes and be able to make the appropriate adjustments independently within
own level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users
and team members.
Will
be supported to develop and maintain meaningful therapeutic relationships with
people. Adopt a polite, positive, and empathetic approach, communicating
effectively and informatively.
You are expected to be able to prioritise own
tasks, exercising initiative and judgement in response to peoples needs. Refer
and seek guidance/supervision appropriately and timely.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
Under the
supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate
practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as
and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined
group of people.
As part of a healthcare
team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to
people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Develop and maintain
meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and
empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
Demonstrate an
understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of
service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users,
family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently within own
level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and
registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate
for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg,
following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations
etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas
of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
Exercise a degree of
independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when
delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems,
within own levels of competence.
Ensure the care
experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone
eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect,
dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Contribute to the care
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
Implement care within
well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established
clinical care plans. Organise a range of
activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small
groups.
Apply knowledge of longer
term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing
advice and support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
Under the
supervision/direction of registered health care professionals/associate
practitioner, within a delegated framework for agreed tasks, seek support as
and when necessary, in the delivery of psychological and physical care to a defined
group of people.
As part of a healthcare
team, provide the highest standards of safe and compassionate planned care to
people that maximises their recovery and rehabilitation potential.
Develop and maintain
meaningful therapeutic relationships with people. Adopt a polite, positive and
empathetic approach, communicating effectively and informatively.
Demonstrate an
understanding of the care and treatment programmes of a designated group of
service users to enable you to instruct, advise & guide service users,
family and carers. To make the appropriate adjustments independently within own
level of competence and be able to communicate any changes to service users and
registered health care professionals.
Be required to concentrate
for periods of time, depending upon the care intervention/care plan eg,
following the observation policy, taking, recording of physical observations
etc, and responding to issues of concern appropriately. This may include areas
of work requiring physical effort, with regard to risk, health & safety.
Exercise a degree of
independence, initiative and judgement and consider different approaches when
delivering tasks. Assess situations, identify and resolve potential problems,
within own levels of competence.
Ensure the care
experienced is positive and service user safety is maintained. Treat everyone
eg, service users, their relatives, visitors, colleagues etc, with respect,
dignity, courtesy and in accordance with the Trusts Values.
Contribute to the care
planning process. Understand the principles underlying care planning eg,
enabling the service user to reach an optimum level of functioning/
independence/recovery.
Implement care within
well-established policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines and established
clinical care plans. Organise a range of
activities eg, facilitate meaningful activities for individuals or small
groups.
Apply knowledge of longer
term health conditions eg, Diabetes, Obesity, smoking cessation etc, providing
advice and support.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Or, level 2 qualification with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24 hour shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE A-D or grade 3-9 in Maths and English or equivalent.
- Apprenticeship level 3 or equivalent eg, RQF(regulated Qualification Framework)NVQ level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
- Or, level 2 qualification with the ability to demonstrate competencies at level 3.
- Care Certificate or required to achieve within 12 weeks of commencement.
Desirable
- Level 4 units in Health & Social Care.
- Experience of the speciality area.
- Willingness to undertake further study towards level 4 qualification.
Experience
Essential
- In providing personal care and related procedures for those with health/social needs.
- In working in a caring environment at a band 2 or equivalent level of competence.
- In dealing with the public.
- In working as an effective team member.
- Demonstrating own duties.
- Ability to work effectively, professionally and independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- In demonstrating initiative, decision-making and prioritisation skills.
- Evidence of a commitment to user/carer involvement.
Training
Essential
- Must be willing/able to undertake all appropriate Trust mandatory training requirements, and subsequent refresher training relevant to the area.
- Must be willing/able to undergo job development and training.
- Demonstrate excellent knowledge of service user safety, eg, Prevention & management of violence & aggression, moving and handling, etc.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- As appropriate to the role:
- Demonstrates excellent customer care skills.
- Enthusiastic, able to work flexibly on a 24 hour shift pattern to meet the needs of service users.
- Demonstrates safe decision making skills commensurate with role.
- Excellent communicator.
- Good IT/keyboard skills.
- Diversity/Cultural understanding.
- Knows responsibilities regarding confidentiality and trust.
- Resilience to pressure and exposure to emotional, distressing or hazardous situations eg, verbal aggression, body fluids, etc.
- Non-judgemental, empathetic manner.
- Demonstrates Trust Values.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Good administration and organisational skills.
- Able to use observation skills to identify potential services user, environmental etc. risks and act appropriately.
- Able to fulfil the requirements of the value based induction.
Desirable
- Language skills other than English.
- Experience of supervising/inducting others.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- A satisfactory sickness record over previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Responsive attitude and approach.
- Dress appropriately for the environment.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
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.
