Mental Health Care Assistant: 24/7 Crisis Support

Leicestershire Partnership Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

27 days annual leave

Onsite parking

Staff discounts

Job summary

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking Health Care Assistants to support Mental Health crisis services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Join a nursing-led team providing compassionate care in urgent care settings with varied shift patterns.

You will have opportunities to upskill (ECG, Venepuncture) and may drive to patient locations or work within the MH Response Vehicle, helping patients during crises in a supportive NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months care experience.
• In receipt of the Care Certificate.
• Full Driving licence with business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients during mental health crises in a fast-paced environment.
• Take referrals via telephone, monitor vitals and escalate concerns to Mental Health Practitioners.
• Opportunity to upskill in ECG and Venepuncture; may drive to patient locations for assessments; care for patients at Place of Safety Unit under Mental Health Act.

Skills

Compassionate and patient-focused

Strong team player

Excellent communication skills

Education

Care Certificate

Full Driving Licence

Job description

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking Health Care Assistants to support Mental Health crisis services across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. Join a nursing-led team providing compassionate care in urgent care settings with varied shift patterns.

You will have opportunities to upskill (ECG, Venepuncture) and may drive to patient locations or work within the MH Response Vehicle, helping patients during crises in a supportive NHS environment.