Compassionate Care Assistant – Old Age Psychiatry

NHS National Services Scotland; Brechin; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is currently advertising Health Care Support Worker vacancies in Psychiatry of Old Age services, Angus, at Stracathro Hospital, Brechin. A flexible approach and excellent communication are essential as you support older people with mental health needs.

Full and part-time roles are available; you will work day or night shifts to cover a 24-hour service. Induction standards must be completed; informal enquiries can be directed to Lynne Wheat Simpson at NHS Scotland.

Qualifications

• Must achieve mandatory induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland.
• Willing to work day or night shifts to cover a 24-hour service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care of older people in Psychiatry of Old Age services.

Skills

Caring

Communication skills

Numeracy

Job description

NHS Scotland is currently advertising Health Care Support Worker vacancies in Psychiatry of Old Age services, Angus, at Stracathro Hospital, Brechin. A flexible approach and excellent communication are essential as you support older people with mental health needs.

Full and part-time roles are available; you will work day or night shifts to cover a 24-hour service. Induction standards must be completed; informal enquiries can be directed to Lynne Wheat Simpson at NHS Scotland.