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The Sussex Beacon

Client Support Worker, HIV [Bank]

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Job summary

Our client support workers [CSW] are a valued part of our clinical team. Working closely with registered nurses and doctors they provide additional support and care to our patients and service users.

Our unique unit offers a fantastic work environment and an opportunity to deliver patient-centred care of the highest standard.

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities

delivering personal care

taking and recording patient observations

spending time to talk with patients

You will also be expected to take lead with replenishing stores etc.

About us

The Sussex Beacon is a Brighton based charity offering specialist care and support for people living with HIV. The 10 bedded in-patient unit provides 24-hour care for people who experience additional health, psychological and/or social related issues that affect their ability to self-care in the community. We work closely with the local acute trust accepting acute referrals and providing a step-down and in-reach service.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£20 an hour This is a fixed rate with no enhancements

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0375-24-0000

Job locations

10 Bevendean Road

Brighton

BN2 4DE


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for providing support and facilitation for patients to achieve their health and well-being outcomes

  • Providing physical nursing care, psychological and social support, recognising unmet needs and collaborating with registered practitioners.
  • Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients on the inpatient [IPU], in conjunction with the Registered Nurse.
  • Support the Registered Nurses in relation to checking the administration of controlled drugs, emergency interventions and all aspects of client care.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder is responsible for providing support and facilitation for patients to achieve their health and well-being outcomes

  • Providing physical nursing care, psychological and social support, recognising unmet needs and collaborating with registered practitioners.
  • Participate in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for patients on the inpatient [IPU], in conjunction with the Registered Nurse.
  • Support the Registered Nurses in relation to checking the administration of controlled drugs, emergency interventions and all aspects of client care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE maths or equivalent
  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • Evidence of professional/ personal development

Desirable

  • Recognised Care Certificate
  • NVQ Level 2 and above

Experience

Essential

  • Interest in working with/caring for people living with HIV or mental health issues.
  • Support role or care work

Desirable

  • HIV / Mental health / Drug & Alcohol support services
  • Case management
  • Counselling
  • Peer mentoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Cannulation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GCSE maths or equivalent
  • GCSE English or equivalent
  • Evidence of professional/ personal development

Desirable

  • Recognised Care Certificate
  • NVQ Level 2 and above

Experience

Essential

  • Interest in working with/caring for people living with HIV or mental health issues.
  • Support role or care work

Desirable

  • HIV / Mental health / Drug & Alcohol support services
  • Case management
  • Counselling
  • Peer mentoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Cannulation

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

The Sussex Beacon

Address

10 Bevendean Road

Brighton

BN2 4DE


Employer's website

https://www.sussexbeacon.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Sussex Beacon

Address

10 Bevendean Road

Brighton

BN2 4DE


Employer's website

https://www.sussexbeacon.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Deputy Nurse Manager

Jackie King

jackie.king@sussexbeacon.org.uk

01273694222

Details

Date posted

04 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£20 an hour This is a fixed rate with no enhancements

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0375-24-0000

Job locations

10 Bevendean Road

Brighton

BN2 4DE


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