Job summary
Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Sexual Healthcare Support Worker at Herefordshire. This is a Zero-hour contract with an hourly rate of £12.08.
Role Summary
Solutions4Health is an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Sexual Healthcare Support Worker to work as part of our dynamic Integrated Sexual Health Services team in Herefordshire.
To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence. Work as part of an effective and caring team.
The postholder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected to maintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks, and resources effectively.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
Provide patients with self-taken screening for common STIs, urinalysis and pregnancy testing – providing results to a member of the Nursing/Medical Team.
Confidence in discussing sexual health concerns or information with patients in an approachable, non-judgemental, sex-positive manner.
Signposting patients via the telephone and face-to-face to the most appropriate local services. Referring patients to the nurse triage service and distributing condoms and information to patients.
Reviewing patient results and referring any positive or abnormal results to the relevant clinician for action.
Provide Chaperoning, advocacy and support for patients attending the clinic for genital examination or treatment. Supporting the clinician in preparation of clinical areas and passing of instruments during procedures.
Phlebotomy – obtaining venous blood sampling from patients following appropriate training and support from the Registered Nurse.
Daily administration tasks and checks
Printing labels/forms for clinical staff.
Stocking the administrative supplies and the clinical room supplies
Ensuring that the waiting room and non-clinical spaces are kept tidy and safe from hazards.
Working in a team to work through follow-up appointments to be booked and referrals from other professionals
Providing non-clinical information and signposting to patients who require information about local services.
More details about the main duties and responsibilities are in the attached job description.
About us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one-stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome-focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability-confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at the application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discounts on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
Cycle to Work scheme
Annual Leave that increases with the length of service
Job description
Job responsibilities
Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Sexual Healthcare Support Worker at Herefordshire. This is a Zero-hour contract with an hourly rate of £12.08.
Role Summary
Solutions4Health is an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Sexual Healthcare Support Worker to work as part of our dynamic Integrated Sexual Health Services team in Herefordshire.
To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence. Work as part of an effective and caring team.
The postholder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected to maintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks, and resources effectively.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
- Provide patients with self-taken screening for common STIs, urinalysis and pregnancy testing – providing results to a member of the Nursing/Medical Team.
- Confidence in discussing sexual health concerns or information with patients in an approachable, non-judgemental, sex-positive manner.
- Signposting patients via the telephone and face-to-face to the most appropriate local services. Referring patients to the nurse triage service and distributing condoms and information to patients.
- Reviewing patient results and referring any positive or abnormal results to the relevant clinician for action.
- Provide Chaperoning, advocacy and support for patients attending the clinic for genital examination or treatment. Supporting the clinician in preparation of clinical areas and passing of instruments during procedures.
- Phlebotomy – obtaining venous blood sampling from patients following appropriate training and support from the Registered Nurse.
- Daily administration tasks and checks
- Printing labels/forms for clinical staff.
- Stocking the administrative supplies and the clinical room supplies
- Ensuring that the waiting room and non-clinical spaces are kept tidy and safe from hazards.
- Working in a team to work through follow-up appointments to be booked and referrals from other professionals
- Providing non-clinical information and signposting to patients who require information about local services.
More details about the main duties and responsibilities are in the attached job description.
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one-stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome-focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability-confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at the application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discounts on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with the length of service
Job description
Job responsibilities
Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of Sexual Healthcare Support Worker at Herefordshire. This is a Zero-hour contract with an hourly rate of £12.08.
Role Summary
Solutions4Health is an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Sexual Healthcare Support Worker to work as part of our dynamic Integrated Sexual Health Services team in Herefordshire.
To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence. Work as part of an effective and caring team.
The postholder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected to maintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks, and resources effectively.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
- Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
- Provide patients with self-taken screening for common STIs, urinalysis and pregnancy testing – providing results to a member of the Nursing/Medical Team.
- Confidence in discussing sexual health concerns or information with patients in an approachable, non-judgemental, sex-positive manner.
- Signposting patients via the telephone and face-to-face to the most appropriate local services. Referring patients to the nurse triage service and distributing condoms and information to patients.
- Reviewing patient results and referring any positive or abnormal results to the relevant clinician for action.
- Provide Chaperoning, advocacy and support for patients attending the clinic for genital examination or treatment. Supporting the clinician in preparation of clinical areas and passing of instruments during procedures.
- Phlebotomy – obtaining venous blood sampling from patients following appropriate training and support from the Registered Nurse.
- Daily administration tasks and checks
- Printing labels/forms for clinical staff.
- Stocking the administrative supplies and the clinical room supplies
- Ensuring that the waiting room and non-clinical spaces are kept tidy and safe from hazards.
- Working in a team to work through follow-up appointments to be booked and referrals from other professionals
- Providing non-clinical information and signposting to patients who require information about local services.
More details about the main duties and responsibilities are in the attached job description.
About Us
Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one-stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome-focused integrated Public Health services.
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.
We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.
Solutions4health are a disability-confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments, either at the application or interview stage, please contact our HR team.
Benefits
Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discounts on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with the length of service
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Secondary Education
- Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework
- Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Desirable
- Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Caring skills
- Ability to provide individualised care and empathy
- Good organisational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity
- Keyboard/IT clerical skills
- Housekeeping skills
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating values of safety, respect kindness and excellence
- Kind, caring attitude
- Reliable/sensitive and personal Integrity
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the need of the service
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Secondary Education
- Willing to develop within the health and care NVQ framework
- Demonstrable literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Interest or experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Desirable
- Previous experience within a carer role/setting and/or experience providing customer care
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Caring skills
- Ability to provide individualised care and empathy
- Good organisational skills
- Able to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and multi-disciplinary team
- Ability to work in a team
- Able to demonstrate an awareness of the important of confidentiality / privacy and dignity
- Keyboard/IT clerical skills
- Housekeeping skills
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of equality and diversity
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Effective role model, demonstrating values of safety, respect kindness and excellence
- Kind, caring attitude
- Reliable/sensitive and personal Integrity
- Flexibility in shift and working patterns to meet the need of the service
Desirable
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.
