Job summary
Forensic Community Mental Health Support Worker / OT Assistant - Band 3
Full time or part time considered
Do you want to be part of a brand new service?
Do you have the skills and motivation to work with people who have mental health needs and associated forensic history?
We have a vacancy in the new Community Mental Health Forensic Team for a community support worker who would like to join our new team that works across Coventry and Warwickshire. We are based at Swanswell Point in Coventry City Centre.
You will need to have at least an NVQ 3 in health and social care, or equivalent qualification, and experience and a desire to work in mental health.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work alongside a dynamic, supportive, multi-disciplinary team of nurses, doctors, occupational therapists, psychologists and social workers as well other agencies to deliver recovery focussed interventions in the community. The role will be wide ranging, diverse and interesting, with no two days being the same.
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.
About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
These include:
generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
staff networks and support groups
We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The team share one large open plan office with other services; therefore have regular team events and developments to support a positive working atmosphere, and collaborative working.
You will receive regular support and supervision. Ensuring that staff are well supported is important throughout the team. We also welcome opportunities for staff to develop, and this will be discussed throughout your time with the team.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can work confidently on their own, as well as supporting the team. Good communication and problem solving skills are essential, as well as knowledge of severe mental illness and the challenges this brings in daily life.
You also need to be a driver with access to a car that can be used for business purposes. We are looking for people who can demonstrate the Trusts Vision and Values in practice, and are motivated to be involved in innovation and service development.
Visits to the team or questions are encouraged to appreciate this exciting but challenging role.
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The team share one large open plan office with other services; therefore have regular team events and developments to support a positive working atmosphere, and collaborative working.
You will receive regular support and supervision. Ensuring that staff are well supported is important throughout the team. We also welcome opportunities for staff to develop, and this will be discussed throughout your time with the team.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can work confidently on their own, as well as supporting the team. Good communication and problem solving skills are essential, as well as knowledge of severe mental illness and the challenges this brings in daily life.
You also need to be a driver with access to a car that can be used for business purposes. We are looking for people who can demonstrate the Trusts Vision and Values in practice, and are motivated to be involved in innovation and service development.
Visits to the team or questions are encouraged to appreciate this exciting but challenging role.
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the job role and requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualification or be working towards.
- Base level of theoretical knowledge of care procedures, clinical observations and the mental health act
- And/or equivalent level of experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good written communications
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
- Understanding of Equal Opportunities
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Understanding of health and safety issues
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Community mental health care
Other
Essential
- Must have full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle for business use
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent qualification or be working towards.
- Base level of theoretical knowledge of care procedures, clinical observations and the mental health act
- And/or equivalent level of experience
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Good written communications
- Ability to follow policies and procedures
- Understanding of Equal Opportunities
- Understanding of confidentiality
- Understanding of health and safety issues
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Community mental health care
Other
Essential
- Must have full driving licence and access to a motor vehicle for business use
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.
