Health Care Support Worker - PICU

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust; West Carr; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals for the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). The role involves providing high-quality care to patients facing acute mental health challenges within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Candidates should have a caring approach and be effective team players. This position includes 12-hour shifts within a 24-hour rota, including nights and weekends.

Benefits

Regular clinical and managerial supervision

Access to reflective practice sessions

Responsibilities

• Support patients experiencing acute mental health difficulties.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to patients.

Skills

Caring and compassionate in their approach

Creative, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic

Skilled communicators

Effective team players

Committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journey

Job description

The Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a 10-bedded, mixed-sex ward based within Miranda House. The unit has recently undergone significant improvements to enhance the environment, promote patient safety, and increase access to a wide range of therapeutic activities. As a member of the multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting patients who are experiencing acute mental health difficulties. You will work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that supports individuals through crisis and aids their recovery journey. This role involves 12-hour shifts, working across a 24-hour rota, including nights, weekends, and bank holidays.

A robust support system is in place for all staff, including regular clinical and managerial supervision and weekly access to reflective practice sessions.

We are currently seeking compassionate, motivated, and innovative individuals to join our dynamic team at the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). This role is ideal for someone with previous experience in a mental health care setting who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Caring and compassionate in their approach
• Creative, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic
• Skilled communicators and effective team players
• Committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journey

You will be working within a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team, delivering therapeutic interventions to patients with a range of acute mental health needs. Your role will be essential in helping individuals regain stability and move toward recovery.

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and promote equality while challenging discrimination.