Job summary
Ellern Mede Group offers care to very complex cases. These cases require significant nursing and therapeutic input. Some of them require specific and individualised care as part of the treatment plan. Elements of such care can be highly complex and professional and will require expert input.
TSWs are part of the HCAs team, however given their unique skills and role they function as the long arm of the MDT on the wards and are tasked with specific care and therapeutic work elements that are part of the daily routine of the patients on the wards.
TSWs form part of the nursing team on the shift, but will be prioritised to perform therapeutic work with patients such as social outings, exposure work, self-harm reduction, group work, meal support, de-escalation post feeds and incidents, community meetings and 1:1 sessions.
TSWs will be prioritised to attend MDT for the relevant ward.
Main duties of the job
TSW’s first priority is to work with the ward manager, nurse in charge and senior HCAs to support the shift work. TSWs will be part of the rota for the shift.
Document on HospiOS daily entries for all therapeutic work done with patients.
Prepare, attend and support OT/ activities/therapy groups.
Support group outings and document these on HospiOS on return.
MDT
Assist all young people in providing MDT feedback verbally or in writing.
Contribute to the write up of the Nursing section of each weekly MDT report (This can include any interactions or sessions had with a patient since last MDT, or observations made).
Attend individual or group sessions with patients and members of the MDT where indicated.
Work closely with the MDT to deliver on action points identified for the patient in terms of goals and targets.
Patient
Check in with patients daily – ensure all young people have had an opportunity to spend time with them each day and that they have checked how they are doing.
Provide specific interventions as outlined in the nursing care plan. This can include supporting a young person with their seating plan, supporting activities, meal support etc.
Be available to provide support to staff and patients around mealtimes.
Engage in planned sessions with patients to ensure care plans are delivered
Work collaboratively with the nurses and the patients to create care plans and PILRIMPs.
About us
Ellern Mede is an internationally renowned specialist service for people with eating disorders and our expert clinicians offer both inpatient and outpatient treatments tailor-made to each individual. We offer short term recovery-focused treatment as well as high dependency intensive treatment for complex, challenging cases.
In return for your expertise and commitment we offer:
Enhanced disclosure cost coverage
Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
Sick Pay (after one years’ service)
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Workplace pension
Personal holiday and education fund
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ellern Mede Group offers care to very complex cases. These cases require significant nursing and therapeutic input. Some of them require specific and individualised care as part of the treatment plan. Elements of such care can be highly complex and professional and will require expert input.
TSWs are part of the HCAs team, however given their unique skills and role they function as the long arm of the MDT on the wards and are tasked with specific care and therapeutic work elements that are part of the daily routine of the patients on the wards.
TSWs form part of the nursing team on the shift, but will be prioritised to perform therapeutic work with patients such as social outings, exposure work, self-harm reduction, group work, meal support, de-escalation post feeds and incidents, community meetings and 1:1 sessions.
TSWs will be prioritised to attend MDT for the relevant ward.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Ellern Mede Group offers care to very complex cases. These cases require significant nursing and therapeutic input. Some of them require specific and individualised care as part of the treatment plan. Elements of such care can be highly complex and professional and will require expert input.
TSWs are part of the HCAs team, however given their unique skills and role they function as the long arm of the MDT on the wards and are tasked with specific care and therapeutic work elements that are part of the daily routine of the patients on the wards.
TSWs form part of the nursing team on the shift, but will be prioritised to perform therapeutic work with patients such as social outings, exposure work, self-harm reduction, group work, meal support, de-escalation post feeds and incidents, community meetings and 1:1 sessions.
TSWs will be prioritised to attend MDT for the relevant ward.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Knowledge of issues experienced by young people and adults, particularly in relation to mental health problems and eating distress
- To have an understanding of safeguarding issues
- Knowledge of healthcare models
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant experience and a commitment to continued professional development
- An interest in therapeutic models
- An understanding of Psychological models and theory
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working with young people and adults in a
- supporting capacity
- Experience of devising and coordinating care plans in a health setting
Desirable
- Experience of conducting risk and needs assessments in a health setting
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for maintaining effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues. High standards of report writing
- Teamwork: The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team is essential, working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver the best possible care and support to our patients
- Organisational skills: The ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time effectively
Desirable
- Evidence of organisation and time management skills
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Knowledge of issues experienced by young people and adults, particularly in relation to mental health problems and eating distress
- To have an understanding of safeguarding issues
- Knowledge of healthcare models
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant experience and a commitment to continued professional development
- An interest in therapeutic models
- An understanding of Psychological models and theory
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience working with young people and adults in a
- supporting capacity
- Experience of devising and coordinating care plans in a health setting
Desirable
- Experience of conducting risk and needs assessments in a health setting
Skills
Essential
- Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for maintaining effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues. High standards of report writing
- Teamwork: The ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team is essential, working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to deliver the best possible care and support to our patients
- Organisational skills: The ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time effectively
Desirable
- Evidence of organisation and time management 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.
