Acute Mental Health Support Worker — 24/7 Rotas

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust; South Shields; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Cost Area allowance

Job summary

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking two Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join Amberwood Ward, a 17-bedded acute unit for adult males. You will deliver patient-focused care, provide support and help maintain safety and independence on the ward, while building therapeutic relationships with patients and carers.

Working across a 24/7 rota, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, perform routine health checks, document findings, and contribute to a recovery-focused

Qualifications

• Level 3 Qualification in Health and Social care or equivalent.
• Care Certificate or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Experience in Mental Health or Learning Disabilities settings (NHS experience preferred).
• Numeracy and English literacy skills required.
• Able to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-focused care and promote independence.
• Communicate information clearly to colleagues, patients and carers.
• Provide support and advice to patients and carers.
• Promote therapeutic activity and independence on the ward.
• Document physical health checks and MEWS as required.

Skills

Numeracy

English literacy

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Health and Social Care

Care Certificate

Job description

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking two Band 3 Healthcare Support Workers to join Amberwood Ward, a 17-bedded acute unit for adult males. You will deliver patient-focused care, provide support and help maintain safety and independence on the ward, while building therapeutic relationships with patients and carers.

Working across a 24/7 rota, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team, perform routine health checks, document findings, and contribute to a recovery-focused