Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 24 MONTHS TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE
As a Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) you will support the clients in their home environment and in the community, as part of a multi-disciplinary team and under the direction of a mental health professional.The post holder will deliver support to clients with mental health needs in the community and will promote the recovery model as part of their daily duties through rehabilitation under the supervision and direction of a mental health practitioner
Main duties of the job
An exiting opportunity for a health care support worker within the CMHT Adult team based in Fan Goaru, Newtown. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has excellent communication skills and is able to work confidently with patients with mental health issues within their own homes. You will be able to work closely as part of a team. the successful candidate will need to ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.
As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.
To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Experience, Attitude, and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills written and verbal
- Experience working within a multi-diciplinary and multi-agency setting
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- Understanding the importance of care monitoring, audit, and evaluation of Fundamentals of care
- Demonstrate Powys Teaching Health Boards Values
- Understand health and safety issues
- Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Desirable
- Good time management and ability to prioritise
Other
Essential
- ability to drive with access to a car for work travel
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Experience, Attitude, and Abilities
Essential
- Good interpersonal and communication skills written and verbal
- Experience working within a multi-diciplinary and multi-agency setting
- Ability to manage stressful situations
- Understanding the importance of care monitoring, audit, and evaluation of Fundamentals of care
- Demonstrate Powys Teaching Health Boards Values
- Understand health and safety issues
- Flexible approach to the needs of the service
Desirable
- Good time management and ability to prioritise
Other
Essential
- ability to drive with access to a car for work travel
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.
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).
