Home-Based Community Response Worker

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health service provider is seeking a Band 3 Community Support Worker to join their Community Response Team. This role involves providing essential care to patients in their homes, particularly post-crisis or hospital discharge. Key responsibilities include delivering holistic care under supervision, maintaining accurate health records, and collaborating with a wider integrated team. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication and an understanding of safeguarding principles. This position offers the opportunity to support a diverse patient population across Derbyshire.

Qualifications

• Understanding the importance of safeguarding.
• Ability to communicate information effectively.
• Skills in maintaining accurate health records electronically.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic care to patients in their own homes.
• Report on changes in patient condition to integrated care team.
• Participate in continuous learning to develop knowledge and skills.

Job description

A regional health service provider is seeking a Band 3 Community Support Worker to join their Community Response Team. This role involves providing essential care to patients in their homes, particularly post-crisis or hospital discharge. Key responsibilities include delivering holistic care under supervision, maintaining accurate health records, and collaborating with a wider integrated team. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication and an understanding of safeguarding principles. This position offers the opportunity to support a diverse patient population across Derbyshire.