Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Physical Health Support Worker to join our busy and friendly team.
The Later Life Team supports Adults over the age of 65 years who have secondary mental health needs, both organic and functional as well as carrying out Memory Assessments.
We cover the Central Manchester area and support people living in their own homes, sheltered/Extra Care Housing or in care homes.
We are looking for someone who is committed to the health needs of Older Adults and whilst this post does not require professional registration, experience of mental health is essential.
The post holder's professional development will be supported by the service through regular supervision and training opportunities
Main duties of the job
The post holder will complete physiological assessments of our service users.
This includes taking and recording physical observations such as blood pressure, pulse, and weight as well as Venapuncture. Training will be available for this for the right candidate
Supporting the Memory Treatment pathway by undertaking relevant observations
Assessing service users holistically and completing Physical Health Assessments. These visits will take place in service users' homes
Be an active and contributing member of the Community Mental Health Team and feedback to MDT as needed
The postholder will provide information on health promotion which may include smoking cessation, alcohol use, dietary needs appropriate to our client group
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised competency based level 3 NVQ in relevant subject area or equivalent demonstrable experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a mental health setting
- Experience of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Good organisational skills and ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Understanding of how to engage service users
- Understanding of health promotion
- venepuncture trained
- Understanding of physical health needs for MH service users
- Skills in physical health care observations
Essential
Essential
- Experience of working with people who have mental health issues
- Recognized competency based NVQ2/3 or equivalent demonstrable experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised competency based level 3 NVQ in relevant subject area or equivalent demonstrable experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a mental health setting
- Experience of MDT working
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Good organisational skills and ability to work flexibly
Desirable
- Understanding of how to engage service users
- Understanding of health promotion
- venepuncture trained
- Understanding of physical health needs for MH service users
- Skills in physical health care observations
Essential
Essential
- Experience of working with people who have mental health issues
- Recognized competency based NVQ2/3 or equivalent demonstrable experience
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).
