Job summary South Tyneside Community Treatment Team are looking to recruit a caring and compassionate Clinical Support Assistant with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work as part of our multi-disciplinary team offering treatment to clients experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties. You will provide evidence-based interventions under the direction of qualified clinicians in various settings including, community settings, team base, clients homes and in-reach interventions within hospital settings. This role includes facilitating physical health clinics and it is essential for the successful candidate to complete phlebotomy duties, and training is available in the Trust. We are keen to develop clinicians and provide excellent training opportunities to allow you to deliver NICE guidance treatment. We are proactive with Team Wellbeing and have various support mechanisms available. You will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team including nurses, Occupational Therapists, Psychology/Psychological Therapist, Consultant Psychiatrists, Clinical Support Assistants and Peer Supporter. You will receive regular supervision both on an individual basis and in a group setting and will work closely with other CNTW services and local agencies. Main duties of the job To assist in the delivery of care to service users who have a variety of needs, diverse presentations and a range of mental health conditions, under the direction of a registered practitioner. To implement and evaluate care within a prescribed framework as a member of the care team ensuring that high quality, individualised care is delivered and that this promotes recovery and wellbeing and maximises independence. To support in the running of treatment clinics including phlebotomy and physical health checks.It is essential for the successful candidate to complete phlebotomy duties and training is available in the Trust. To maintain electronic health records of any treatment interventions completed. To work as a member of the team in providing excellent and effective person-centred care. In-reach work into hospital environments will be required. To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity. To actively engage with supervision and appraisal process as identified in Trust policy. About us We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Date posted 16 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 263-CCG25-020-AD Job locations Palmer Community Hospital Wear Street Jarrow NE32 3UX Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 16th January 2025 Closing date : 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date : 16th January 2025 Closing date : 30th January 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Senior Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent or working towards Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working/ volunteering in an appropriate care setting Skills and Competencies Essential Good verbal and written communication skills ICT Functional skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to develop the skills of others and to contribute to a learning environment Person Specification Education and Qualification Essential Senior Healthcare Support Worker or equivalent or working towards Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working/ volunteering in an appropriate care setting Skills and Competencies Essential Good verbal and written communication skills ICT Functional skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to develop the skills of others and to contribute to a learning environment 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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). Employer details Employer name Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Address Palmer Community Hospital Wear Street Jarrow NE32 3UX Employer's website https://www.cntw.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)