Job summary
In this Health Board we aspire to be driven by our values; where every person that works for us, regardless of their role, is expected to demonstrate the values of "caring for each other", "working together" and "always improving".
The post holder will assist in the promotion of equality for all clients through anti-discriminatory practice, supporting clients' rights, choices, personal beliefs and identity and by supporting clients with challenging behaviour and complex health needs through effective communication.
Main duties of the job
To contribute to the development of those accessing continuing healthcare ensuring a holistic delivery of care and services which are coherent and consistently applied.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gwelfor Ward is an 18 bedded all male high dependency mental health rehabilitation unit. Gwelfor follows the principles of recovery and rehabilitation with a keen focus on patients own individual recovery journeys.
The role of the healthcare support worker is to promote the ethos of the ward of rehabilitation and recovery, focusing on promoting independence, individuality and holistic care.
As a healthcare support worker you will be required to assist patients with their activities of daily living, promoting well being and independence alongside helping patients recover from mental illness through a range of therapies and activities.
Gwelfor Ward is centred around the aim to help people recover in their own individual way and support patients in their mental health recovery journey.
A keen interest in mental health, particularly rehabilitation is key for this role in order to support our patients in the best way possible.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gwelfor Ward is an 18 bedded all male high dependency mental health rehabilitation unit. Gwelfor follows the principles of recovery and rehabilitation with a keen focus on patients own individual recovery journeys.
The role of the healthcare support worker is to promote the ethos of the ward of rehabilitation and recovery, focusing on promoting independence, individuality and holistic care.
As a healthcare support worker you will be required to assist patients with their activities of daily living, promoting well being and independence alongside helping patients recover from mental illness through a range of therapies and activities.
Gwelfor Ward is centred around the aim to help people recover in their own individual way and support patients in their mental health recovery journey.
A keen interest in mental health, particularly rehabilitation is key for this role in order to support our patients in the best way possible.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Demonstrates Healthboard Values
- NVQ Level 2 equivalent or working towards
- Understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience of working in health care
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable
Desirable
- Experience of working in Mental health rehabilitation and recovery
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Demonstrates Healthboard Values
- NVQ Level 2 equivalent or working towards
- Understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Experience of working in health care
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Desirable
Desirable
- Experience of working in Mental health rehabilitation and recovery
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).
