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Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

14d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Kingston upon Hull

AI generated summary

  • You need NVQ III in health/social care, mental health knowledge, IT skills, and experience in related services. Strong communication, motivation, and organizational skills are essential.
  • You will support patients through admissions, conduct assessments, assist in therapeutic interventions, monitor health, and collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team while responding to emergencies.

Requirements

  • Qualifications And Knowledge
  • NVQ III in health or social care or equivalent knowledge and experience
  • Working knowledge of mental health or learning disability issues including: mental health legislation, medication management, user involvement
  • Standard IT skills
  • Desirable criteria
  • Willingness to undertake further academic development
  • Care Certificate
  • Experience
  • Demonstrable experience of working within mental health/learning disabilities services
  • Skills And Competencies
  • Evidence of effective inter-personal communication skills
  • Ability to motivate others
  • Good organisational skills
  • Applicant Requirements
  • This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Responsibilities

  • Provide and receive routine information requiring reassurance, empathy and de-escalation skills.
  • Demonstrate good interpersonal skills when managing individuals with complex needs.
  • To support patients throughout their admission including supporting individuals during their crisis period.
  • Support individuals in completing relevant assessment paperwork such as Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Tool, Recovering and Quality of Life alongside physical health assessments such as the Health Improvement Profile.
  • To help facilitate therapeutic intervention and distraction techniques for our service users.
  • To undertake basic physical testing using the National Early Warning Score tool and report any significant findings to the nurse in charge.
  • To maintain up to date knowledge and skills relevant to the field of practice.
  • Work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team and report any concerns to the nurse in charge – including a change in a patient’s presentation which may be observed through observation or supportive engagements.
  • To recognise and respond to emergency situations accordingly.

FAQs

What is the main purpose of the Healthcare Assistant Band 3 role?

The main purpose of the Healthcare Assistant Band 3 role is to provide support to individuals experiencing increased mental health difficulties, assisting with their assessment and intervention while working within a multi-disciplinary team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates must have an NVQ III in health or social care or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Is experience in mental health or learning disabilities necessary?

Yes, demonstrable experience of working within mental health or learning disabilities services is an essential requirement for this role.

Will I receive training and development opportunities?

Yes, the successful candidate will have opportunities for further development and training, along with regular supervision, guidance, and support.

What types of skills are important for this role?

Essential skills include effective inter-personal communication skills, the ability to motivate others, and good organizational skills.

What is the working environment like in Avondale Clinical Decisions Unit?

Avondale is a 14 bedded mixed sex assessment unit providing intensive, high-quality, person-centered interventions in a supportive and therapeutic environment.

Are there specific duties that Healthcare Assistants must perform?

Yes, duties include supporting patients during their crisis periods, completing assessment paperwork, facilitating therapeutic interventions, and reporting any significant changes to the nurse in charge.

Is there a requirement for IT skills in this position?

Yes, a standard level of IT skills is essential for the role.

What is the significance of having a trauma-informed approach in this role?

A trauma-informed approach helps to create a safe environment for service users and ensures that their individual needs are understood and addressed effectively.

How does the organization value diversity and inclusion?

The organization recognizes the positive value of diversity, promotes equality, and encourages job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Caring, Learning & Growing Together.

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Mission & Purpose

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust provides a comprehensive range of mental health, learning disability, community and addictions services to people from Hull and the East Riding, a population of almost 600,000. The Trust also provide forensic services to patients from the wider Yorkshire and Humber area and employs approximately 3000 staff in locations across 70 sites. As a Teaching Trust, we work closely with our major academic partners, Hull York Medical School and Hull University, nurturing a workforce of tomorrow's doctors, nurses and other health professionals.