Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated person with experience of working with people with acute Mental Illness. Previous experience in a similar area of work will be beneficial, with knowledge and experience of providing care in a community setting.
Swansea Assessment Home Treatment Team (AHTT) provide community care of those experiencing mental health crisis within the Swansea Locality. The team comprises of a Team manager, OT manager, and registered nurses, OT and OT Tech and Health Care Support Workers. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, including Medical staff, pharmacy and third sector services.
Main duties of the job
- Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude to working with people suffering with mental illness and experience of working effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
- Ability to work independently and positively with service users and the ability to develop therapeutic relationships in order to promote recovery.
- Commitment to developing their skills.
- Work at or from any additional location as may be determined by the health Board from time to time. You may also be required to travel within the Swansea Area as may be required for the performance of your duties.
- Share knowledge and skills in planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of programmes of nursing care with the team members and report any changes directly to the charge nurse.
- Take responsibility for resources and equipment available to support nursing care.
- Basic I.T. skills and contribute to Health Board data collection.
- Work closely and communicate effectively with other members of the AHTT including GP's, nurses and other professionals, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Establish and maintain effective communication with patients, colleagues, statutory and voluntary agencies.
- Participate in clinical supervision, appraisals and develop a personal development plan.
- This job description is not exhaustive and can be altered in consultation with the post holder.
- Any other duties which may be requested by the line manager in order to facilitate the smooth running of the service.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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 and Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 (formerly NVQ Level 3)
- Evidence of maintaining their personal development, demonstrates an understanding of the scope of the role in the context of the nursing team.
- Evidence of working within specialist care setting. Knowledge and understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales.
- Knowledge of the fundamental's aspects of care and the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing, understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements, Understands the principles of confidentiality, and principles of consent prior to undertaking care behaviour and wellbeing/mental requirements health or learning disability requirements.
- Understands the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, understanding of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate registered professional for expert help and advice, Understanding of the Health Board's Values and Behaviour Framework.
Desirable
- Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 (formerly NVQ Level 3)
- Evidence attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality e.g. working within the community/forensic Mental Health patients who have required a minimum of Medium Secure Care Services etc.
- Understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions; for example, dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities relevant to area of practice.
- Evidence of competence assessment in administration of Naloxone.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant within area of work.
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience in specialty.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours.
- Caring, compassionate attitude to patients and clients Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team, Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area e.g. recording of vital signs, venepuncture.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Able to organise self and others to achieve delegated task. Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety. Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload, prioritise workload and individual patient contact.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Other
Essential
- Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern.
- Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work.
- Committed work attitude.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Minimum of Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 (formerly NVQ Level 3)
- Evidence of maintaining their personal development, demonstrates an understanding of the scope of the role in the context of the nursing team.
- Evidence of working within specialist care setting. Knowledge and understanding of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales.
- Knowledge of the fundamental's aspects of care and the importance of the promotion of health and wellbeing, understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance, nutritional requirements, Understands the principles of confidentiality, and principles of consent prior to undertaking care behaviour and wellbeing/mental requirements health or learning disability requirements.
- Understands the principles of Safeguarding adults/children to keep patients within their care safe, understanding of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate registered professional for expert help and advice, Understanding of the Health Board's Values and Behaviour Framework.
Desirable
- Qualification Credit Framework - QCF Level 3 (formerly NVQ Level 3)
- Evidence attendance at courses / study days pertinent to speciality e.g. working within the community/forensic Mental Health patients who have required a minimum of Medium Secure Care Services etc.
- Understanding of caring for individuals with particular conditions; for example, dementia, mental illness, learning disabilities relevant to area of practice.
- Evidence of competence assessment in administration of Naloxone.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working as a Healthcare Assistant within area of work.
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience in specialty.
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
- Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours.
- Caring, compassionate attitude to patients and clients Able to communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team, Able to undertake specific procedures involving physical skills commensurate with practice area e.g. recording of vital signs, venepuncture.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Able to organise self and others to achieve delegated task. Able to effectively and appropriately escalate concerns to reduce risk and promote patient safety. Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload, prioritise workload and individual patient contact.
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Other
Essential
- Able to participate with a rotating shift pattern.
- Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to work.
- Committed work attitude.
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).
