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We have an exciting opportunity for you to work on Minster Ward. The position is for a full time HCA.
Minster Ward is an 18 bedded male acute ward. The ward actively encourages development and training opportunities and encourage the role within this progressing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
Main duties of the job
To improve the lives of males with mental ill health by minimising the impact of their condition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery.
To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their carers.To assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the nurse in charge of the ward, undertaking duties and activities with limited or indirect supervision.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health.
About Us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
Date posted
November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYA-193-24
Job locations
Foss Park Hospital
YORK
YO31 8TA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Care Certificate (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Person centred care
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Care Certificate (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Person centred care
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (E
Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to work on Minster Ward. The position is for a full time HCA.
Minster Ward is an 18 bedded male acute ward. The ward actively encourages development and training opportunities and encourage the role within this progressing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
Main duties of the job
To improve the lives of males with mental ill health by minimising the impact of their condition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery.
To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their carers.To assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the nurse in charge of the ward, undertaking duties and activities with limited or indirect supervision.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health.
About Us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
Date posted
November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYA-193-24
Job locations
Foss Park Hospital
YORK
YO31 8TA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (E
We have an exciting opportunity for you to work on Minster Ward. The position is for a full time HCA.
Minster Ward is an 18 bedded male acute ward. The ward actively encourages development and training opportunities and encourage the role within this progressing team on the delivery of Patient Centred Care, support for carers and evidence based practice, working in a whole systems approach with our partner agencies.
The successful candidate must have completed the Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent. Candidates must also have Literacy and Numeracy level 2 or equivalent and must complete the Trust Healthcare Assistant competencies within their probationary period (first 6 months in role).
The successful candidates who do not have the required qualifications will be expected to enrol on the Healthcare Assistant Framework which will include the acquisition of the level 2 Diploma Health and Social Care, level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent and achievement of competencies. You will have a maximum of 2 years to complete this.
Main duties of the job
To improve the lives of males with mental ill health by minimising the impact of their condition through the delivery of excellent services to promote recovery.
To be compassionate in meeting the needs of patients and their carers.To assist in the delivery of patient care as directed by the nurse in charge of the ward, undertaking duties and activities with limited or indirect supervision.
To show commitment to and participate in quality improvement activities.
To promote at all times a positive image of people with mental ill health.
About Us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
Date posted
November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£24,to £25,674 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
346-NYA-193-24
Job locations
Foss Park Hospital
YORK
YO31 8TA
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Care Certificate (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Person centred care
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Care Certificate (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee within agreed timescale)
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Person centred care
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping
- Approved techniques in physical health interventions
- Able to work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours.
- Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
- Able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Committed to continual quality and service improvement
- Self awareness and committed to continual personal development.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (E
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