We are looking for someone who is dynamic, enthusiastic and person-centred to join our team in the assessment and treatment hospital for people with learning disabilities who may exhibit behaviours that challenge or have mental health issues. You will need to be resilient and prepared to think about the positives rather than focusing on challenges.
In return, we offer the chance to work with some highly complex people in an extremely rewarding job where no day is the same as the last. You will be joining a team of highly skilled and committed individuals and will become part of the Multi-disciplinary team. We offer training to increase your existing skill set and the opportunity to work closely with individuals within a hospital environment as well as the community.
Key Responsibilities:
1. To treat all patients, carers and staff with dignity and respect.
2. Assist qualified staff in the provision of care as detailed in the individual care plans.
3. Undertake tasks that facilitate the smooth running of the ward as directed by qualified staff.
4. Liaise with other departments to ensure the ward environment is safe and welcoming (e.g., Hotel Services).
5. Tasks can include assisting with the giving of medication and medical dressings; holding the pagers for first response; preparing for admissions; escort and driving duties.
This will include extended periods without direct supervision. Additionally, duties will be outlined in the job description and person specification.
As a Health Care Assistant/Support Worker, you will be responsible for participating and assisting in the delivery of care/services to patients and service users as part of a Mental Health and Social Care Health Service. Health Care Assistants, Social Care Workers and other Healthcare Support Workers employed by the Trust are required to follow the guidance set out in the Code of Conduct for Health Care Assistants/Health Care Support Workers to provide safe and compassionate care of a high standard, and to challenge others who are not.
You will receive direct supervision and partake in reflective practice/training on a regular basis and be required to meet the Care Certificate standards. All successful applicants will also have the opportunity to discuss the prospect of undertaking a Level 3 Healthcare Support Worker Apprenticeship alongside their substantive post. This apprenticeship would include the Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare.
Gloucestershire Health and Care is committed to embedding and providing personalised care through all of its services as part of our high-quality care strategy. The purpose of personalised care is to empower people to lead the lives they want to live. Personalised care starts with a conversation with people about what matters to them. It builds on what people can do, as well as addressing their health needs.
Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.
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