Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Support Worker to join our dynamic Community Mental Health Team in a part time position. In this role, you'll be responsible for escorting patients from east Cheshire for their Electro-Convulsive Therapy (ECT) treatment in Chester. The days of work will predominantly be Tuesday's and Friday's. When the escorting service is not required, the successful postholder will work within the community mental health team (CMHT) providing support to the duty function. This involves providing both phone and face to face contacts with patients who need assistance and practical support in manging their mental wellbeing.
You'll work collaboratively with a well established team to deliver personalised treatment plans and provide support to patients and carers as they navigate complex mental health challenges.
This is a rewarding and fulfilling position, perfect for a dedicated person wishing to develop skills and advance their career while making a significant difference in the community.
We would welcome informal discussions about the role should you wish to contact us.
Shortlisting for this vacancy is due to be completed on 20th January and the proposed interview date is 2nd February.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Support Workers are responsible for the delivery of care and support for service users within the community mental health setting and reporting on the service users wellbeing under the guidance of a registered mental health practitioner.
The successful post holder will predominantly provide escort services for ECT treatment as well as supporting the CMHTs duty function.
You will liaise with all agencies necessary to the health and wellbeing of the service user and their carers.
About us
Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for a population of over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care, as well as the provision of three GP surgeries in Cheshire.
We employ around 4,500 staff across 73 sites and have services across Wirral and Cheshire, as well as Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, Liverpool and Stockport.
Our aim is to help improve the lives of everyone in our communities, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We are rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission, with a Good rating overall.
As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organisation and proud holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award, CWP is committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible and developing a culture that values differences, and welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
All new starters will commence in post on one fixed start date each month, in line with our Prepare to Care (P2C) induction programme date. P2C offers up to 3 weeks training to support you to meet the induction / initial training requirements of the role.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your existing skills and experience in a new role, you'll find something to suit you at CWP.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.
At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Mental Health related NVQ level 2
- Will work towards the appropriate mental health related NVQ level 3 once in post or equivalent experience.
- To demonstrate a range of work procedures and practices base level of theoretical knowledge.
- Completion of or working towards Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 3 months of start date).
Desirable
- NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care or other related disciplines.
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of CWP, inclusive of Mental health services and the key role the Trust has within the health economy.
- An understanding of confidentiality issues how they relate to mental health policy and practice interventions.
- Knowledge of current staff development and continuous service improvement issues, particularly in the context of adult mental health services
- Sound knowledge of CWP observation policy
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of providing Care in a structured setting.
- Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams service users etc.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with adults with severe mental health needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Appropriate Mental Health related NVQ level 2
- Will work towards the appropriate mental health related NVQ level 3 once in post or equivalent experience.
- To demonstrate a range of work procedures and practices base level of theoretical knowledge.
- Completion of or working towards Care Certificate (CWP In-house 2 day training to be completed within 3 months of start date).
Desirable
- NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care or other related disciplines.
Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
- Understanding of CWP, inclusive of Mental health services and the key role the Trust has within the health economy.
- An understanding of confidentiality issues how they relate to mental health policy and practice interventions.
- Knowledge of current staff development and continuous service improvement issues, particularly in the context of adult mental health services
- Sound knowledge of CWP observation policy
Desirable
- Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of providing Care in a structured setting.
- Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams service users etc.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working with adults with severe mental health needs.
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.
