Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Support Worker to join our well established Intensive Community Assessment & Treatment Team based in Nottinghamshire. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm and energy who wants to make a difference to people's lives; is creative, innovative and highly motivated.
ICATT provides a rapid, short term assessment and treatment service for people with an Intellectual Disability who challenge services and may have additional mental health needs. The Team seek to provide an alternative to hospital admission where it is appropriate to do so, enabling service users to receive treatment and care within their own homes, remain involved in their care as part of their own community and therefore minimising the disruption of their lives and the lives of those caring for them.
The post would suit someone who has a sound knowledge of and experience in working with people with an Intellectual Disability . You will be required to work with a delegated caseload and carry out relevant physical and mental health observations and interventions, to undertake nursing, therapy and social activities, support and monitoring of service users living in the community.
You will participate fully as a multidisciplinary team member working in partnership with social care and voluntary/independent sector providers. You will provide holistic advice and health education to service users, their carers and community support agencies.
Main duties of the job
You will need to have excellent communication skills, be able to exercise clinical judgement in respect of assessing and managing risk. In addition, you need to be able to help deliver a safe, timely, caring and responsive service. This is a really great opportunity to join our established community service, helping to deliver the best and most comprehensive care to people with an Intellectual Disability in Nottinghamshire.
You must have assessment and care planning skills and experience in multi-disciplinary working and supporting people with an Intellectual Disability and or Autism.
You will have responsibility for facilitating time limited therapeutic treatments and care for individuals on your delegated caseload. You will be expected to record and report clinical observations when supporting individuals and assisting in their treatment plan in the community, noting any physical and mental health changes in a timely manner.
You will be expected to liaise closely with other health and social care professionals as well as with patients' family and carers. You will need to be resilient and prepared to think about the positives rather than focusing on the challenges.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions, the Freedom to Speak Up, the Health and Wellbeing Champions, and the Menopause Champions networks. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further information on main responsibilities for this post.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for further information on main responsibilities for this post.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in health and social care, care certificate or equivalant expereince
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.
- Driving for significant periods.
- Participation in some physical activity.
- Lifting and handling equipment.
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a care environment.
- Experience of working with individuals with an intellectual disability, challenging. behaviour and /or additional mental health needs.
- Planning activities and working to specified support plans.
- Attending and participating in MDT meetings.
Desirable
- Experience of giving personal care.
- Experience of community team working and working within an MDT.
- Experience of autonomous working practice at Band 3 level.
Skills
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to recognise own limitations.
- Ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient recording systems.
Contractual requirements
Essential
- Ability to work to meet the needs of the service including unsocial hours.
- A full UK driving licence is required for this post and the use of a vehicle; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- Ability to work to meet the needs of the service including unsocial hours.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Training
Essential
- Training related to client group.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of risks associated with working in the community.
- Knowledge of mental health and physical health issues for people with an intellectual disability.
- Knowledge of importance of confidentiality.
- Knowledge of equality and diversity issues.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community services.
- Knowledge of other professions with MDT.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 in health and social care, care certificate or equivalant expereince
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.
- Driving for significant periods.
- Participation in some physical activity.
- Lifting and handling equipment.
Experience
Essential
- Experience within a care environment.
- Experience of working with individuals with an intellectual disability, challenging. behaviour and /or additional mental health needs.
- Planning activities and working to specified support plans.
- Attending and participating in MDT meetings.
Desirable
- Experience of giving personal care.
- Experience of community team working and working within an MDT.
- Experience of autonomous working practice at Band 3 level.
Skills
Essential
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to recognise own limitations.
- Ability to prioritise.
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient recording systems.
Contractual requirements
Essential
- Ability to work to meet the needs of the service including unsocial hours.
- A full UK driving licence is required for this post and the use of a vehicle; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- Ability to work to meet the needs of the service including unsocial hours.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Training
Essential
- Training related to client group.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of risks associated with working in the community.
- Knowledge of mental health and physical health issues for people with an intellectual disability.
- Knowledge of importance of confidentiality.
- Knowledge of equality and diversity issues.
Desirable
- Knowledge of community services.
- Knowledge of other professions with MDT.
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.
