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Crisis and Intensive Home Treatment Support Worker, Northallerton
Client:
Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Location:
Northallerton, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
43b971d6b5c3
Job Views:
8
Posted:
13.02.2025
Expiry Date:
30.03.2025
Job Description:
Job summary
We are delighted to be able to advertise a full time, fixed term (14 month) post for a Community Support Worker with the Hambleton and Richmondshire Crisis and Intensive Home Treatment Team. The team are based at North Moor House, Northallerton.
The team covers the areas of Hambleton and Richmondshire. Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
You are welcome to contact Joanna Kegney, Team manager or our Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clair Hewitt for an informal discussion regarding the service and the role via the teams professional line - 01609 751182.
Main duties of the job
The Team work intensively to support adults with mental health needs and their families and support network in the community as an alternative to hospital admission.
The Team operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and operates a 12 hour shift pattern.
You will be a valuable part of the service and support the needs of individuals accessing Intensive Home Based Treatment. You will work alongside a supportive team, which includes Mental Health Nurses, Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers and Support Workers.
About us
We are a supportive, motivated and forward thinking team.
We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care within a multi-disciplinary approach and feel we are progressive and forward thinking, seeking to improve our services.
This is an exciting and challenging role and will afford the opportunity to work as part of a supportive team that is focused on delivering high standards of care through evidenced based practice.
We will support you by offering regular supervision, training opportunities and encourage your development and role within this team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
Date posted
10 February 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
14 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYA-182-24-C
Job locations
North Moor House, North Moor Road, Northallerton, DL6 2FG
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have previous experience as either a band 2 or 3 Health Care Assistant or equivalent in a care environment.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent
2. Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
3. Care Certificate
4. Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Knowledge
Essential
1. Person centred care
2. Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation (within agreed timescale)
3. Understanding of safeguarding procedures
Experience
Essential
1. Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
Desirable
1. Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
Personal Attributes
Essential
1. Committed to continual quality and service improvement
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Created on 13/02/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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