Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Band 3 Support Worker full time ( 37.5hrs ) fixed term contact 12 months within the Early Intervention for Psychosis
Team. The service addresses the needs of people aged 14-65 who have recently
experienced a first episode of psychosis or aged 14-35 who may be at risk of
developing psychosis.
As part of the multidisciplinary team, you will provide person-centred support to
service users using
a recovery-informed approach. You will work to promote independence, connect
service users with the community, and increase wellbeing. You will play a key role in empowering
individuals to achieve personal goals and foster recovery.
The role is based in Hereford , however,
involves community working and covers the whole of the county. Therefore, you
must be able to meet the travel requirements of the job.
For further information,
or an informal discussion, please contact Sarah Lewis 01432 220100
If you wish to be considered for a secondment please gain permission from
your Substantive Manager before applying.
Main duties of the job
The duties of the support worker are varied, and based on the
recovery goals of the people you are supporting. Some of the main duties may
include:
- Organising and running physical
health clinics
- One-to-one work supporting people
to engage in their local community
- Anxiety management, behavioural
activation, and graded exposure work
- Supporting or leading groups
promoting recovery
- Providing input into MDT
discussions
- Linking in with other Trust and
community services
- Supporting
the wider team with ad hoc tasks
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
-
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
-
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
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pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from
you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Communication skills
- Literacy skills
- Numeracy skills
- Advocacy skills
- Observing skills
- Recording skills
- Liaison skills
- Social support skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-level, NVQ3) in Care or Level 2 qualification (e.g., GCSE, NVQ2) in care and will be expected to undertake the relevant level 3 qualification on appointment to post
- Will be expected to meet the Care Certificate standards within 12 weeks of commencing employment with the Trust
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Applicants should be able to work flexibly and with minimal supervision. The ability to cope with changing situations to routine is also important
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant experience working with the client group
- One to one working
- Personal care tasks
Desirable
- Working with adults/older adults with mental health problems
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Communication skills
- Literacy skills
- Numeracy skills
- Advocacy skills
- Observing skills
- Recording skills
- Liaison skills
- Social support skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 qualification (e.g., A-level, NVQ3) in Care or Level 2 qualification (e.g., GCSE, NVQ2) in care and will be expected to undertake the relevant level 3 qualification on appointment to post
- Will be expected to meet the Care Certificate standards within 12 weeks of commencing employment with the Trust
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Applicants should be able to work flexibly and with minimal supervision. The ability to cope with changing situations to routine is also important
- Able to meet the travel requirements of the post
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
Experience
Essential
- Previous relevant experience working with the client group
- One to one working
- Personal care tasks
Desirable
- Working with adults/older adults with mental health problems
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).
