Job summary
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary community team as a Clinical Health Care Assistant.
As a Clinical Health Care Assistant (CHA) within the East Surrey Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD), you will work as an integral member of a dynamic multi-disciplinary team working closely alongside a range of professional clinicians.
The post holder will have experience working with people with a learning disability, be able to manage and prioritise a caseload whilst supporting implementation of clinician care plans to a high standard as developed by experienced clinicians including Nurses, Occupational Therapist, Dietitians, Physiotherapist, Speech and Language Therapists. The post holder will be required to work autonomously whilst demonstrating good interpersonal skils, including verbal and written.
Main duties of the job
This post requires elements of practical work - including but not limited to : teaching to maximise independence, assistance with practical health issues - supporting health appointments, provision of advice, development of accessible information. The post holder will, in addition be required to support physiotherapy which involves water-based therapy and, the successful candidate will be supported to access relevant life saver training.
The post holder will be required to engage with relevant training opportunities, supervision, and will be supported by the clinical team in determining the opportunities available.
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with a learning disability in Croydon and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.
We actively seek to engage people who use our services and our communities in improving the mental wellbeing of the local population. We work closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations who provide services and support people who use services and carers.
Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach.
For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
The team covers the East of Surrey, with bases at both Redhill and Leatherhead & Epsom. There will be an expectation for some travel between bases. The successful applicant will have a clean driving licence and a vehicle that can be used for work purposes.
For more information about this role, please contact Denise Silcock - Clinical Lead - Nurse Practitioner or / Claire Baillie - Service Manager 01372 216280
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Job description
Job responsibilities
My job makes better lives by promoting health and independence for people with learning disabilities by giving practical support and following a plan of care developed by a team professional feeding back to the professional on the implementation and evaluation of the work that they are undertaking. Working within a Positive Behaviour Support framework to provide accessible, non-stigmatising, localized service that contributes to the specialist health care of people with learning disabilities within the locality.
Job Overview
- To provide practical support and follow a plan of care developed by a team professional.
- To feedback to the professional on the implementation and evaluation of the work that they are undertaking.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical
- To actively work with people in implementing the care plan devised by a team professional.
- To act as an advocate and ensure that there is proper regard for peoples dignity, choice, self-esteem, racial, cultural, sexual and religious needs and preferences.
- To participate in assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation of interventions as part of a holistic approach working in a variety of
- To observe and document any changes in wellbeing of the people that they are supporting, reporting to the professional or team manager any new or change in risk or presentation of the person.
- To take appropriate and immediate action to keep people safe in a crisis or safeguarding situation, reporting back to a senior colleague in a timely manner.
- To work within the Positive Behaviour Support framework.
- To work in partnership with people in other health and social care settings.
- To establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, other agencies, people who use services and their
- To assist clinicians with hydrotherapy. Ability to swim and to undertake lifesaving course as appropriate.
General
- To maintain high standards of care in all areas of work in accordance with the Trust Policies and Procedures. To act within Mental Capacity Act (2005).
- To be aware of and implement Safeguarding Adult and Child Protection Policies, Procedures and To carry out responsibilities under the relevant legislation.
- To contribute to collecting information for clinical audit and
- To participate in quality assurance activities as required.
- To contribute to specialist teaching/training under supervision which can be delivered to a range of multi-disciplinary
- To visit individuals homes and community placements, via own vehicle, on a daily basis
Job description
Job responsibilities
My job makes better lives by promoting health and independence for people with learning disabilities by giving practical support and following a plan of care developed by a team professional feeding back to the professional on the implementation and evaluation of the work that they are undertaking. Working within a Positive Behaviour Support framework to provide accessible, non-stigmatising, localized service that contributes to the specialist health care of people with learning disabilities within the locality.
Job Overview
- To provide practical support and follow a plan of care developed by a team professional.
- To feedback to the professional on the implementation and evaluation of the work that they are undertaking.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical
- To actively work with people in implementing the care plan devised by a team professional.
- To act as an advocate and ensure that there is proper regard for peoples dignity, choice, self-esteem, racial, cultural, sexual and religious needs and preferences.
- To participate in assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation of interventions as part of a holistic approach working in a variety of
- To observe and document any changes in wellbeing of the people that they are supporting, reporting to the professional or team manager any new or change in risk or presentation of the person.
- To take appropriate and immediate action to keep people safe in a crisis or safeguarding situation, reporting back to a senior colleague in a timely manner.
- To work within the Positive Behaviour Support framework.
- To work in partnership with people in other health and social care settings.
- To establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, other agencies, people who use services and their
- To assist clinicians with hydrotherapy. Ability to swim and to undertake lifesaving course as appropriate.
General
- To maintain high standards of care in all areas of work in accordance with the Trust Policies and Procedures. To act within Mental Capacity Act (2005).
- To be aware of and implement Safeguarding Adult and Child Protection Policies, Procedures and To carry out responsibilities under the relevant legislation.
- To contribute to collecting information for clinical audit and
- To participate in quality assurance activities as required.
- To contribute to specialist teaching/training under supervision which can be delivered to a range of multi-disciplinary
- To visit individuals homes and community placements, via own vehicle, on a daily basis
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- 12 months or more experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or a mental health diagnosis
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a health and/or care setting
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to swim and undertake life saving course as appropriate
Desirable
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of an electronic patient record system
Driving
Essential
- Full valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car for work purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- 12 months or more experience of working with people with a learning disability and/or a mental health diagnosis
- Experience of working in a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in a health and/or care setting
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to swim and undertake life saving course as appropriate
Desirable
- Good IT skills
- Knowledge of an electronic patient record system
Driving
Essential
- Full valid UK driving licence
- Access to a car for work purposes
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.
