Health Care Support Worker

HCRG Care Group; Salisbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Health Care Support Worker to join their City Community Team. This part-time role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives by providing essential care in the community. You will work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering patient-centered care and ensuring the well-being of vulnerable individuals. With a focus on professional development and an inclusive culture, this position provides a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in healthcare. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth.

Benefits

Free tea and coffee

Membership of My Reward Hub

Access to wages as earned

Support for mental and physical wellbeing

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working under supervision in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to undertake specific nursing and therapy skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and support daily care of patients.
• Monitor and manage patient care within community settings.
• Communicate effectively with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient-Centered Care

Time Management

Communication Skills

Physical Ability

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health Care

Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

Job Introduction

City Community Team is seeking a part-time Health Care Support Worker based at Five Rivers Health and Wellbeing Centre. We provide complex care in the community setting, caring for vulnerable individuals often in challenging environments.

We aim to deliver care closer to home, utilizing available resources to meet local needs.

The role is demanding but rewarding. We seek an enthusiastic, motivated, and hardworking individual who can work flexibly and efficiently.

City Community Team cares for patients registered with a South Wiltshire GP. You will work alongside multidisciplinary team members such as Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Assistant Practitioners, and other specialists including Consultant and Advanced Clinical Practitioners. Our shift patterns include 7-3, 8.30-4.30, and 2-10pm.

For an informal visit or chat about this position, please contact me. We are a warm and welcoming team.

Contact Laura Gowen at 07919 546 920 or 01722 326351 for inquiries.

Main Responsibilities

1. Implement treatment following care plans.
2. Center patient care around the individual, ensuring participation in decision-making.
3. Support daily care of delegated patients.
4. Deliver treatment/care within community settings as per care plans, under supervision.
5. Reduce hospital admissions and inpatient stays by providing appropriate community care.
6. Monitor and manage day-to-day patient care.
7. Support medication administration under qualified supervision.
8. Maintain knowledge of infection control to reduce healthcare-associated infections.
9. Enable patients to achieve optimal independence.
10. Support terminally ill patients and their families.
11. Communicate effectively about routine activities, overcoming difficulties as needed.
12. Document patient needs and wishes.
13. Work within a multidisciplinary team.
14. Undertake delegated tasks.
15. Assist registered and junior staff, referring to registered staff when necessary.
16. Practice patient-centered care according to policies and guidelines.
17. Obtain consent for treatments.

The Ideal Candidate

• NVQ Level 3 in health care or willingness to achieve.
• Experience working under supervision.
• Experience supporting colleagues.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Focus on patient-centered care.
• Recognize own limitations.
• Physical ability to handle patients and use lifting aids.
• Ability to undertake specific nursing/therapy skills.
• Full driving license and use of a car during work hours.
• Willing to work in other areas of HCRG Care Group as needed.
• Driven and self-motivated.
• Good time management skills.
• Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to obtain one.

Package Description

As a Health Care Support Worker, you will be part of our City Community Team, valued within HCRG Care Group.

You will receive benefits including:

• £24,486 (pro rata) with access to pension.
• Free tea and coffee at your base.
• Membership of My Reward Hub for discounts and cashback.
• Access to wages as earned for emergencies.
• Support for mental and physical wellbeing, including recipes, activity challenges, and trauma support.
• Opportunities for professional development through our learning team.
• An inclusive culture encouraging ideas to improve service delivery.

About the Company

We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are a leading independent provider of community health and care services across England, supporting millions and helping over half a million people annually. Our values are care, think, and do.

We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusivity, providing adjustments for all applicants. Safeguarding and safer recruitment policies are in place to protect vulnerable populations.

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• Job Category: HCRG - Additional Clinical Services