Job summary
The team works to provide high quality, evidence based interventions to support the mental health of working age adults.
The post is for a Community Support Worker, (fixed term 10 months) an important frontline role who will also work collaboratively with wider members of the multi-disciplinary team.
We wish to promote a culture of compassion and the successful applicant should be able to demonstrate this quality. Previous experience of working in a care environment or community team would be beneficial.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Main duties of the job
Undertake delegated activities within level of own competency with due regard to risk assessment.
Supporting the delivery of interventions to people with a range of mental health difficulties including graded exposure, an improved structure and purpose to their days.
Supporting the development and implementation of behaviour support and staying well care plans, providing appropriate feedback to clinicians and communicating outcomes appropriately.
Keeping electronic records using principles of defensible documentation.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Undertake delegated activities within level of own competency with due regard to risk assessment.
Supporting the delivery of interventions to people with a range of mental health difficulties via both our organic and functional pathways.
Supporting the development and implementation of care plans, providing appropriate feedback to clinicians and communicating outcomes appropriately.
Keeping electronic records using principles of defensible documentation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Undertake delegated activities within level of own competency with due regard to risk assessment.
Supporting the delivery of interventions to people with a range of mental health difficulties via both our organic and functional pathways.
Supporting the development and implementation of care plans, providing appropriate feedback to clinicians and communicating outcomes appropriately.
Keeping electronic records using principles of defensible documentation.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Experience of supporting with non pharmacological therapies
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care level 3 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Experience of supporting with non pharmacological therapies
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities
Skills
Essential
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
