Community Support Time & Recovery Worker - Chiltern East - Amersham

Oxford Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Chiltern Adult Mental Health Team based at the South Bucks mental health hub in Amersham as a Support Time and Recovery (STR) Worker.

We are a supportive, dynamic and integrated team which, although busy, has many rewards. We care deeply about our patients and their families and carers. We believe in listening and responding as a team, piloting new models, supporting each other and developing and using new care approaches. We aim to improve patient care provided as well increase staff satisfaction and sense of achievement.

Please note this vacancy may close early if sufficient numbers of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

As a Support Worker you will be instrumental in our services and deliver recovery focused interventions (emotional and practical support) to service users in their own place of residence under the guidance and support of qualified mental health Clinicians and Team Leaders. You will need to be a dedicated, patient focused and highly motivated individual, who has some experience of mental health and support work working effectively as part of the wider multi-disciplinary team.

Regular supervision will be provided and you will be encouraged and supported to undertake any training relevant to your interests and personal development.

Accessibility, responsiveness and excellence in customer service with the highest regard for service user experience will be at the heart of the service and Support Workers will use their skills and personal qualities to make this a reality.

As a Support Worker you must be able to demonstrate Trust values in delivering care to others. The successful candidate will be able to follow and initiate plans of care flexibly and dynamically in challenging and changing circumstances. Support Workers must have the skills and aptitude to work creatively and proactively with our third sector partners such as MIND.

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

Date posted

07 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£22,816 to £24,336 a year per annum/pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

267-BM6746790

Job locations

Amersham Health Centre

Chiltern Avenue

Amersham

HP6 5AY

Job description

Job responsibilities

The team is highly supportive and committed to delivering a high quality patient and carer journey.

You will be offered opportunities for professional development and opportunities to influence and contribute to service development. You will be provided with regular supervision, appraisal and support.

This role will require you to travel between community locations, you must therefore be comfortable with driving for work purposes and able to travel freely within the hours of the role. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

The CMHT teams provide an assessment and treatment function. The successful candidate will be expected to work 9-5 Monday to Friday with the main base at Saffron House with a satellite base at Amersham HC.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The team is highly supportive and committed to delivering a high quality patient and carer journey.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people in the community
Experience of working with vulnerable people.
Experience of working in a team

Desirable

Experience of working in a health care setting
Experience of mental health services (as a worker or service user / carer

Qualifications

Essential

The post holder will be expected to attend and fully complete a nationally agreed induction programme and undertake an on-going training to achieve a minimum of NVQ2 / VRQ

Desirable

NVQ level 2 or 3 or other relevant qualifications

Skills

Essential

Ability to form positive working relationships with service users,
Ability to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of life for people with mental health problems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing at all levels
Empathy and sensitivity to the needs of people with mental health needs

Other

Essential

Able to travel within the geographical work area in an effective manner
Ability to access a range of settings including visiting people at home Able to work weekends/evenings as appropriate
Be committed to continuous development of job related knowledge and skills, including essential IT skills

Desirable

Word processing and other IT skills.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience of working with people in the community
Experience of working with vulnerable people.
Experience of working in a team

Desirable

Experience of working in a health care setting
Experience of mental health services (as a worker or service user / carer

Qualifications

Essential

The post holder will be expected to attend and fully complete a nationally agreed induction programme and undertake an on-going training to achieve a minimum of NVQ2 / VRQ

Desirable

NVQ level 2 or 3 or other relevant qualifications

Skills

Essential

Ability to form positive working relationships with service users,
Ability to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of life for people with mental health problems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing at all levels
Empathy and sensitivity to the needs of people with mental health needs

Other

Essential

Able to travel within the geographical work area in an effective manner
Ability to access a range of settings including visiting people at home Able to work weekends/evenings as appropriate
Be committed to continuous development of job related knowledge and skills, including essential IT skills

Desirable

Word processing and other IT skills.

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.