Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Physical Health Care Assistant to support the physical health needs of patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in the community.
This Vacancy/JD is currently subject to Job Evaluation/Banding.
Main duties of the job
People with Severe Mental Illness (SMI) suffer from disproportionate physical health conditions compared to people from a similar age and background without SMI.
This post will complete the PH monitoring, checks and interventions for this patient group across Primary and Secondary Care. The checks will be carried out in Team bases and patient homes.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as a member of a newly created, dedicated, friendly and supportive specialist Team focusing on supporting the physical health needs of patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in the community. The SMI Physical Health Outreach Team which will be part of the Bucks Primary Care Mental Health Hub and the post holder will carry out physical health assessments for the SMI patient group. Full training and supervision will be offered.
What we want from you!
- Previous experience working in a care or rehabilitation setting
- Holistic approach to care.
- Ability to work alone with patients.
- Ability to work in a variety of settings
- Good level of secondary education with demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience of using Office computer programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritise work
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will work as a member of a newly created, dedicated, friendly and supportive specialist Team focusing on supporting the physical health needs of patients with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) in the community. The SMI Physical Health Outreach Team which will be part of the Bucks Primary Care Mental Health Hub and the post holder will carry out physical health assessments for the SMI patient group. Full training and supervision will be offered.
What we want from you!
- Previous experience working in a care or rehabilitation setting
- Holistic approach to care.
- Ability to work alone with patients.
- Ability to work in a variety of settings
- Good level of secondary education with demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience of using Office computer programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Good time management skills and ability to prioritise work
Person Specification
Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional
Essential
- Good level of secondary education with demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 or 3 or other relevant qualifications
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a care or rehabilitation setting
- Experience of using Office computer programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Previous experience of managing own caseload of clients.
- Previous experience of clinical supervision.
Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites across Buckinghamshire
- Able to work alone with patients.
- Ability to work flexibly to the needs of the service.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental health conditions / illnesses
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Confident working alone.
- Holistic approach to care.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to prioritise work.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- To demonstrate English verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work as a member of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications - Academic/Skills/Professional
Essential
- Good level of secondary education with demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- NVQ level 2 or 3 or other relevant qualifications
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Good written communication skills.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in a care or rehabilitation setting
- Experience of using Office computer programs including Excel, Word and Outlook
Desirable
- Previous experience of managing own caseload of clients.
- Previous experience of clinical supervision.
Contractual Requirements or other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites across Buckinghamshire
- Able to work alone with patients.
- Ability to work flexibly to the needs of the service.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Understanding of confidentiality
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental health conditions / illnesses
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Confident working alone.
- Holistic approach to care.
- Good time management skills.
- Able to prioritise work.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
- To demonstrate English verbal and written communication skills
- Able to work as a member of a team.
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.
