Clinical Support Worker inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED WED 18 DEC 2024

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Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment within a dedicated Forensic Acute team.

Contributing to the therapeutic care of patients facing diverse mental health issues, making a meaningful impact in their lives.

Full-time role (37 hours per week) with a structured rotation between day, night, and weekend shifts, offering a balanced work schedule.

Development of strong inter-personal and communication skills through direct patient and team interactions.

Supportive work culture with a commitment to equality and diversity, ensuring a respectful environment for all staff.

Collaboration with registered nursing staff and other members of the Forensic Team, enhancing teamwork skills and professional networks.

NHS Scotland is seeking a Band 3 Senior Clinical Support Worker for the Forensic Acute ward at Royal Cornhill Hospital in Aberdeen, which accommodates male patients facing diverse mental health challenges. The role requires a dedicated and innovative individual who can support registered nursing staff in creating a safe and therapeutic environment. The position involves working 37 hours per week with a rotation of shifts, including days, nights, and weekends. Candidates should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with the Forensic Team while providing high-quality care to patients and their families.

NHS Scotland emphasises equality and diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from all segments of society. Interested applicants are instructed to complete the application process via Jobtrain, adhering to the guidelines provided, as CVs will not be accepted. The job may close early depending on application volume, and candidates should ensure accurate email communication for updates regarding their application status.

Forensic Acute is an 8 bedded male ward that is situated within the Blair unit in Royal Cornhill Hospital.

The opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, innovative and enthusiastic person to join our team in Forensic Acute as a Band 3 Senior Clinical Support Worker. This is a challenging but rewarding post in which the successful candidate will support the registered nursing staff in providing a safe therapeutic environment for patients who experience a diverse range of mental health issues within the Forensic Services. The post is 37hrs per week over an 8 week period, covering day, night rotation and weekends.

The candidate should have good inter –personal skills and the ability to work within a team. The service has an established Forensic Team and the applicant must have effective communication skills. The role incorporates giving support to patients and carers whilst working in partnership with the Forensic Team to provide a high level of care.

For additional information about this exciting opportunity please contact: Lorna Gordon, Senior Charge Nurse, , Kerry Keesing, Deputy Charge Nurse, or Coleen Edgar Deputy Charge Nurse, t or please phone us on .

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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Here are 5 questions you could be asked if you apply for this job: Start practice interview... NEW!

1. What do you believe are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Clinical Support Worker in a forensic mental health setting?

2. Can you describe your previous experience working in a mental health environment, particularly with patients who may present with challenging behaviours?

3. This role requires effective teamwork. Can you provide an example of a time when you successfully worked with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient care?

4. Give an example of how you have used your communication skills to support a patient or their family in a difficult situation.

5. Working in forensic services can be quite challenging. How do you manage your own emotional wellbeing while supporting patients with complex needs?

Start a practice interview... NEW!

1. What do you believe are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Clinical Support Worker in a forensic mental health setting?

2. Can you describe your previous experience working in a mental health environment, particularly with patients who may present with challenging behaviours?

3. This role requires effective teamwork. Can you provide an example of a time when you successfully worked with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient care?

4. Give an example of how you have used your communication skills to support a patient or their family in a difficult situation.

5. Working in forensic services can be quite challenging. How do you manage your own emotional wellbeing while supporting patients with complex needs?

Start a practice interview... NEW!

More about the NHS

The National Health Service (NHS) is a cornerstone of healthcare in the United Kingdom, established in 1948 with the simple yet profound principle of providing healthcare to all citizens, free at the point of use. This revolutionary system aimed to ensure that access to medical services would not depend on an individual’s financial situation, a concept that has since become fundamental to British societal values. Learn more...

More about MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...

Useful skills for a Clinical Support Worker: Click to view

To work as a Clinical Support Worker (CSW) in the UK, you typically need a combination of personal attributes, practical skills, and knowledge relevant to the role. Here’s a list of key skills and qualities that are often essential:

1. Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication is crucial when interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding and being sensitive to the needs and feelings of patients is vital in providing support and care.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare staff, including nurses, doctors, and other support workers.

4. Attention to Detail: Being vigilant and accurate in tasks to ensure patient safety and proper care delivery.

5. Basic Clinical Skills: Familiarity with basic clinical procedures, such as taking vital signs, assisting with mobility, or basic patient hygiene.

6. Emotional Resilience: Being able to cope with the emotional demands of the job, especially in challenging or distressing situations.

7. Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and keep organized records.

8. Adaptability: Flexibility to respond to varying patient needs and changing healthcare environments.

9. Basic IT Skills: Competence in using hospital systems, care management software, and other technology as necessary.

10. Health and Safety Awareness: Knowledge of basic health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for both patients and staff.

11. Understanding of Patient Confidentiality: Awareness of data protection and confidentiality laws (e.g., GDPR) related to patient information.

12. Cultural Competence: Being respectful and understanding of diverse cultures and backgrounds of patients.