Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen within Southern Health Foundation Trust to appoint an enthusiastic Healthcare Support Worker (Band 3) to work within the multi-disciplinary Community CAMHS team in Eastleigh. We are looking for individual who would like to be part of a dynamic and forward thinking team Do you enjoy the challenge of a wide variety of work? Could this be you? The role of a HCSW is varied, exciting and ensures you are completing a variety of tasks to support young people and their families. The posts would suit someone interested in integrated working and wanting to achieve the best for their patients. They will work within a multi -professional team to provide individualised patient care. We are looking for a motivated individuals, who are dynamic and keen to work as part of a team. The successful candidates will need to have some relevant experience, good communication skills and the ability to work well as a team member. In return Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust will offer training opportunities to support ongoing career development. Applicants must have access to a vehicle for work and possession of a full UK driving license is essential. Main duties of the job To undertake physical observations in clinics if required by medical staff/NMP e.g. weigh and measure patients, take undertake blood pressures. To support qualified clinicians with urgent initial assessments (writing up reports, making follow up telephone calls etc) To support clinicians with the administrative tasks, delivery, and facilitation of group work including room set up, handouts, presentations etc To support clinicians with case closure and transfer to adult CMHT / adult ADHD Teams. To support the leadership team / clinical leads with service evaluations and clinical audits, collecting relevant information and presenting findings to the service lead. To support the service by being the link staff member for areas such as Required Outcome Measures (ROMS) or Patient Participation. To assist qualified staff when they are undertaking assessments by using diagnostic screening tools with patients such as Qb. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £24,071 to £25,674 a year 19.5 hours per week Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 348-SS-7127 Job locations The Bridge Centre (Eastleigh) 2c Newtown Road Eastleigh Hampshire SO50 9DB Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Job description Job responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential See attached. 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