Health Care Support Worker - Adult Mental Health Inpatients PICU inStafford inStafford PUBLISHED WED 20 NOV 2024

Band 2 PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

INTENSIVE CARE UNIT MENTAL HEALTH MULTI-DISCIPLINARY NHS

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust r93GkdJ0

Opportunity for professional development and career advancement within a top-ranked Trust recognized for mental health services.

Experience working in a supportive and collaborative team environment that values communication and teamwork with multi-disciplinary professionals.

Chance to make a significant impact on the recovery of individuals with mental health difficulties by delivering high-quality, outcome-measured care.

Involvement in innovative care practices, including support for section 136 assessments and ECT treatment, enhancing skills and knowledge.

Access to resources and opportunities to share achievements locally, regionally, and nationally, promoting personal and organizational growth.

Ability to provide personalized and compassionate support to service users, contributing to their journey of recovery in a safe and structured environment.

The Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 2 Health Care Support Worker for the Adult Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Norbury House, St George's Hospital, Stafford. In this role, you will provide therapeutic support to service users with mental health needs, promoting their recovery through high-quality, evidence-based care. Responsibilities include collaborating with Registered Professionals to implement individualised care plans, reporting on health statuses, and participating in multi-disciplinary team discussions, including those related to section 136 assessments and ECT treatment.

Norbury House is a locked unit with eleven beds designated for male patients requiring intensive care due to complex mental health challenges. The Trust emphasises personal and professional development, offering opportunities to share best practices within and beyond the organisation. The position involves shift work to ensure 24/7 coverage, and candidates with previous experience in health care support, either in the NHS or private sector, are encouraged to apply.

Band 2 - Health Care Support Worker - Adult Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Norbury House.

Are you a Health Care Support Worker looking for a new opportunity to work in an organisation that will help you develop and achieve your goals to become the best you can be? If so, you're in luck.

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust has an opportunity to join our PICU ward Norbury at St George's Hospital in Stafford.We are an award-winning Trust and have recently been ranked by HSJ awards as top in the Midlands for Mental Health, Learning and Development and Community Trusts as Best Place to work recommended by employees. When you come to work with us, we will help you reach your full potential. Not only that, we will actively seek opportunities to share the great things you are doing, with others locally, regionally, and nationally.

To provide support, and spend therapeutic time with an allocated group of service users with mental health needs.
To promote service user's recovery through the delivery of high quality, outcome measured care and evidence based interventions.
To assist Registered Professionals in the implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans
Regularly report and effectively communicate service users' health status and care aims in care records and verbal reports to Registered Professional Staff members and other members of the multi-disciplinary team, including while supporting section 136 assessments and ECT treatment

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Norbury House is a psychiatric intensive care unit and has eleven inpatient beds for male only patients. The unit is locked and provides care to patients who have mental health difficulties, which may make it unsafe for either themselves or others, if they are assessed or treated in an open inpatient ward. We aim to provide a service, which helps patients as an individual and gives them the treatment they need to work towards their recovery

In this role you will beresponsible for the provision of planned recovery focused care working in partnership with service users. You will also work collaboratively with other Trust services to provide seamless care for service users on defined care-pathways, as well as working in partnership with agencies external to the Trust supporting service users access to services in the independent and non-statutory sector.

As an experienced Health Care Support Worker from the NHS or private sector, you'll join a team that works in close partnership with Staffordshire Police and Mental Health Services, and youll join a Trust that puts people at the heart of what we do.

This role will require you to work in shift patterns covering 24/7.

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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...

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To work as a Health Care Support Worker (HCSW) in the UK, you need a combination of interpersonal, practical, and administrative skills. Specific requirements may vary depending on the setting (e.g., hospitals, community care, residential homes), but generally, the following skills and qualities are important:

Essential Skills:

1. Communication Skills:

- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

- Active listening and clear verbal/written communication.

2. Empathy and Compassion:

- Understanding and sensitivity to the needs and feelings of patients.

- Ability to provide emotional support and encouragement.

3. Personal Care Skills:

- Experience or ability to assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility.

- Understanding of infection control and hygiene standards.

4. Teamwork:

- Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare teams and follow directions from nurses and other professionals.

5. Observation Skills:

- Keen observational skills to recognize changes in patients' conditions and report them accurately.

6. Organizational Skills:

- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and maintain records.

7. Problem-Solving Skills:

- Ability to think critically and adapt to changing situations or patient needs.

8. Technical Skills:

- Familiarity with healthcare technology and equipment, such as monitoring devices or electronic health records.

Qualifications:

- Educational Background: While formal qualifications may not always be necessary, GCSEs in English, mathematics, and science can be beneficial.

- Training and Certification: Completing relevant training courses or certifications (e.g., Care Certificate) can enhance your employability.

- Experience: Previous experience in care settings, whether voluntary or paid, can be advantageous.

Personal Qualities:

- Patience and Resilience: Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and manage the demands of the role.

- Flexibility: Willingness to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

- Respect for Diversity: Understanding and valuing the diverse backgrounds and needs of patients and colleagues.

Continuous Professional Development:

Engaging in continuous training and development can help you keep up with best practices and improve your skill set. Many employers offer further training and opportunities for career progression.

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