We are seeking a Band 3 Health Care Assistants to join our team on Coombehaven Ward at the Cedars in Exeter.
You will quickly become part of a friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team where you'll be using your skills and experience to deliver a package of care to people on our ward that helps them on their road to recovery. We passionately believe that with our help, people can improve their mental health to recover independence and return to their local community.
Coombehavenis a 16 bed ward based in the beautiful grounds of Wonford House in Exeter and provides care for men and women with severe mental health needs.
About you
We're looking for a Health Care Assistant, you may already be working in a care setting or have an interest in working in this area. Above all, you will be passionate about providing the highest level of care to the people who use our service.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team will mean you'll need excellent communication skills.
As you'll be based on a ward that operates 24/7, you'll be comfortable with working on a shift basis for which you'll qualify for unsocial enhancements in addition to your basic pay.
Job Purpose
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication & Working Relationships
Planning & Organisation
Responsibility for Judgement & Analysis
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
Policy, Service, Research, Innovation & Improvement
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources
Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership & Management
Information Resources & Administrative Duties
Freedom to Act
Any Other Specific Tasks Required