Job summary
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT APPLICANTS REQUIRING SPONSORSHIP.
The basis of the role will be to develop and maintain a therapeutic environment which supports the patient in making positive changes. As part of a multidisciplinary team the post holder will support and uphold a structured programme of treatment. The post holder will be expectedwork as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the provision of best practice care and treatment for young people and adults who require inpatient treatment for an eating disorder.As a Support Worker at Riverdale, you will be expected to carry out the outlined duties whilst always respecting the individuals you work with and behaving in a professional manner.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work
as a member of the multidisciplinary team within either the CAMHS or Adult Wards.
They will be responsible for delivering a high standard of care to patients and
their families. The post holder will
demonstrate empathic understanding, compassion and positive regard in
maintaining the ethos of the ward and values of the hospital.
About us
Riverdale is a specialist eating
disorder hospital for the treatment of young people aged 12 to 18 years and for
adults over 18 years. The hospital provides high quality care, led by
experienced consultant Psychiatrists and delivered by a team with clinical
expertise with an emphasis on the therapeutic relationship within a welcoming
and supportive environment.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITES ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN
ACCOUNTABILITIES
-
To provide
patients with the highest standard of care.
-
To promote
good practice in the team in accordance with NICE guidelines and in line with
all company policies and procedures.
-
To carry out
tasks as described in the individual care plans and/or as instructed by the
Ward Manager or Nurse in Charge.
-
To support
and enable patients to maintain their physical, social and emotional
wellbeing.
-
To undertake
nasogastric feeding and restraint where necessary to support patients
recovery
-
To provide
physical health observations for patients where necessary to support patients
health and recovery
-
To support
the planning, delivery and development of group-based activities.
-
To work
openly and collaboratively with patients and colleagues and the treat them
with dignity and respect at all times.
-
To show
flexibility and a positive approach as services change and develop.
-
To build
positive, professional relationships with patients and other members of the
team.
-
To support
patients at mealtimes, supervise patients in the lounge after meals and
snacks for the allocated time.
-
To undertake
driving duties as necessary (if applicable).
-
To report
immediately any concerns or significant events to the Nurse in Charge.
-
To assist
staff in the admission of new patients.
-
To adopt a
clean, tide appearance at all times and wear appropriate clothing as per hospital
policy.
-
To help and
be courteous to all relatives and visitors, providing refreshments where
required.
-
To undertake
any other duties as reasonably required in line with individual capabilities.
-
Promote the hospital
in a positive light.
Teaching, Training & Supervision
- To actively
engage in monthly clinical supervision and managerial supervision.
- To regularly
attend staff meetings.
- To actively engage
in the appraisal process
- To actively
participate in your own personal and professional development.
- Actively
engage in formal and informal training opportunities to develop and maintain
skills and knowledge.
- Adhere to
essential and statutory training requirements
Health & Safety
- To report immediately to the Service Manager, Ward Manager or Nurse in
Charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a patient,
colleague, self or another.
- Follow this up with the correct documentation/reporting procedure.
Policies & Procedures
- Understand and adhere to the hospital policies, procedures and ensure
that others also adhere to these.
- Take personal responsibility for maintaining up to date knowledge and
adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.
- Works within
the hospitals Equality and Diversity framework.
- Ensure that patient, and visitors understand the hospital policies and
procedures as it affects them.
Job description
Job responsibilities
MAIN
ACCOUNTABILITIES
-
To provide
patients with the highest standard of care.
-
To promote
good practice in the team in accordance with NICE guidelines and in line with
all company policies and procedures.
-
To carry out
tasks as described in the individual care plans and/or as instructed by the
Ward Manager or Nurse in Charge.
-
To support
and enable patients to maintain their physical, social and emotional
wellbeing.
-
To undertake
nasogastric feeding and restraint where necessary to support patients
recovery
-
To provide
physical health observations for patients where necessary to support patients
health and recovery
-
To support
the planning, delivery and development of group-based activities.
-
To work
openly and collaboratively with patients and colleagues and the treat them
with dignity and respect at all times.
-
To show
flexibility and a positive approach as services change and develop.
-
To build
positive, professional relationships with patients and other members of the
team.
-
To support
patients at mealtimes, supervise patients in the lounge after meals and
snacks for the allocated time.
-
To undertake
driving duties as necessary (if applicable).
-
To report
immediately any concerns or significant events to the Nurse in Charge.
-
To assist
staff in the admission of new patients.
-
To adopt a
clean, tide appearance at all times and wear appropriate clothing as per hospital
policy.
-
To help and
be courteous to all relatives and visitors, providing refreshments where
required.
-
To undertake
any other duties as reasonably required in line with individual capabilities.
-
Promote the hospital
in a positive light.
Teaching, Training & Supervision
- To actively
engage in monthly clinical supervision and managerial supervision.
- To regularly
attend staff meetings.
- To actively engage
in the appraisal process
- To actively
participate in your own personal and professional development.
- Actively
engage in formal and informal training opportunities to develop and maintain
skills and knowledge.
- Adhere to
essential and statutory training requirements
Health & Safety
- To report immediately to the Service Manager, Ward Manager or Nurse in
Charge any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a patient,
colleague, self or another.
- Follow this up with the correct documentation/reporting procedure.
Policies & Procedures
- Understand and adhere to the hospital policies, procedures and ensure
that others also adhere to these.
- Take personal responsibility for maintaining up to date knowledge and
adhering to all hospital policies and procedures.
- Works within
the hospitals Equality and Diversity framework.
- Ensure that patient, and visitors understand the hospital policies and
procedures as it affects them.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Prior Experience in a Clinical Setting as a Support Worker
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Prior Experience in a Clinical Setting as a Support Worker
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.
