Clinical Support Worker inAberdeen inAberdeen PUBLISHED THU 19 DEC 2024

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Opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment within a busy acute psychiatric ward.

Ability to develop strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, enhancing interpersonal skills.

Collaboration with a dedicated multidisciplinary team, fostering a supportive working atmosphere.

Full-time and permanent position providing job security and stability.

Flexibility in working hours, including both day and night shifts, accommodating diverse lifestyles.

Contributions to the well-being of a vulnerable population in Aberdeen, making a positive impact on community health.

NHS Scotland is seeking motivated candidates for two full-time Clinical Support Worker positions (band 3) on the Huntly Ward, an acute psychiatric admission unit serving Aberdeen city center. Candidates are expected to thrive in a challenging environment, fostering effective therapeutic relationships with patients and their families. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate within both the ward nursing team and the wider multi-disciplinary team are essential. The roles involve flexible working hours, including both day and night shifts.

This position reflects NHS Scotland's commitment to equality and diversity in the workforce. Interested applicants should complete the application process through Jobtrain, avoiding CV submissions as they will not be considered for shortlisting. The closing date for applications may be subject to change based on application volume. For inquiries, candidates are encouraged to contact the senior nursing team directly.

Two exciting opportunities have arisen for highly motivated and enthusiastic candidates to join the Huntly Ward nursing team as a Clinical Support Worker (band 3) on a full time and permanent basis.

Huntly Ward is a busy acute psychiatric admission ward (general adult) with a catchment area predominantly covering Aberdeen city centre.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate the ability to work in a busy and challenging environment, developing effective therapeutic relationships with both patients and carers.

Candidates should have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of the ward nursing team and within the wider multi-disciplinary team.

This is a rotational post, successful candidates are expected to work both day shift and night shifts and be flexible with their working hours.

For informal enquiries please contact: Stefanie Hudson (Senior Charge Nurse) Lauren Hastie (Deputy Charge Nurse) Beverly Wood (Deputy Charge Nurse)

** This post may close early due to number of applications

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.

Additional Information For Candidates

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Please note - If this post operates within Aberdeen City Low Emission Zone, you will be responsible for all costs associated with entering.

NHS Grampian forms one of the fourteen regional health boards of NHS Scotland and is responsible for providing health and social care services to a population of over 500,000 people living in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

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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.