Mental Health Home Treatment Support Worker

Oxleas; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to join the Home Treatment Team in Woolwich. You will support patients in crisis at home under the direction of a qualified nurse, delivering practical and therapeutic care during the acute phase of mental illness.

The role requires flexible availability across a 7-day week and may involve transfers between teams to meet clinical need. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Experience working with people with mental health problems.
• Admin and clerical skills. Computer literate
• Knowledge of risk assessment and management tools currently used in acute mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients in crisis.
• Carry out home visits in line with Trust policies.
• Promote patient independence and social inclusion while supporting carers.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Healthcare Support Worker to join the Home Treatment Team in Woolwich. You will support patients in crisis at home under the direction of a qualified nurse, delivering practical and therapeutic care during the acute phase of mental illness.

The role requires flexible availability across a 7-day week and may involve transfers between teams to meet clinical need. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and patient safety.