Job summary Provide and receive information from clients, client's representatives and immediate team colleagues. Exchanges factual information to client's using persuasion, reassurance, tact and empathy. Overcome barriers to understanding that may be a result of mental illness. Main duties of the job Undertake procedures and practices that will require a base level of theoretical knowledge. Knowledge of health and related procedures, clinical observations, Mental Health act. NVQ 3 training or equivalent. Assess patient's condition through basic test results, assess comfort of patient, and instigate emergency procedures. Plan and organise own day-to-day work including home visits. Support clients using equipment where narrow margins exist for error, accuracy is important and use of them requires training/ practice. May carry out activities such as venepuncture as trained Undertake training to ensure safety and competence using equipment. About us We want patients and staff to recommend our organisation as a place where they would be happy for their friends and family to be treated. You can help us do this by bringing your skills, experience and commitment to Sussex Partnership. Date posted 17 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 354-AN-20760 Job locations New Park House North St Horsham RH12 1RJ Job description Job responsibilities Further details in attached job description: Qualifications Essential Experience of working as part of a team Good communication skills Willing to undertake NVQ 2/3 training Qualifications Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent 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. Job description Job responsibilities Further details in attached job description: Qualifications Essential Experience of working as part of a team Good communication skills Willing to undertake NVQ 2/3 training Qualifications Qualifications Essential NVQ Level 2 in Care or equivalent 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. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience of working with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams, service users etc An understanding of confidentiality Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience of working with mental health needs in a paid or voluntary capacity Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams, service users etc An understanding of confidentiality 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. Employer details Employer name Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address New Park House North St Horsham RH12 1RJ Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)