Job Description

We currently have a vacancy for a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant to work as part of the team at Dovedale Ward, Michael Carlisle Centre in Sheffield.



People who use our services are from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of needs which may include mental health, learning disabilities or dementia.



As a support worker you will be working closely with individuals, enabling them to live their lives and with support from a Multi-Disciplinary team of nurses, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers and doctors.



We will offer induction and training which will give you the skills to feel confident in your role



Sheffield Health & Social Care Foundation Trust is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. This is in accordance with UKVI guidelines and legislation, as these roles do not meet the skill nor salary threshold for sponsorship. If you hold a visa which allows you to work in the UK, you are welcome to apply for this role however it is important to note that SHSC will be unable to offer sponsorship after your visa expires. You must also have at least 12 months on your visa at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.



In applying for this role you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:



Completed the Cavendish Care Certificate. Achieved a GCSE grade 4 (formally grade C) or above in Maths and English, this can include Functional skills Level 2 or above. Can demonstrate two years experience of working as a Health Care Support Worker in mental health.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a large number of applicants.



At SHSC, we prioritise the well-being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust's Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy. For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.



1. Key responsibilities



Build and maintain safe and effective therapeutic relationships Support people to identify their own hopes and goals to improve their quality of life Support individuals to contribute to collaborative care/support/recovery plans Support the named nurse to develop collaborative care plans and implement them creatively using initiative. Communicate effectively with a wide range of people using a range of preferred methods Contribute to monitoring, observing and engaging with individuals, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the team Gain an understanding of a person's experiences in relation to their mental health, learning disability and/or dementia Understand a person's coping strategies and strengths and support people to use these at times of distress or difficulty Contribute to reflective practice and encourage compassion and understanding Be able to recognise increasing risk and alert significant others and the team to respond as needed Undertake a range of practical tasks and duties in support of the Team and individual needs. Follow principles of diffusion and de-escalation and where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with approved techniques considering the safety and dignity of the individual throughout. To feel confident to be able to report untoward incidents and areas of concern as soon as they arise To document any relevant information in an electronic record following relevant policy and legislation Contribute to individual reviews and team meetings Aspire to instil hope and optimism

2. Duties



Each individual has different needs however the list below outlines just some of the practical duties that the post holder will undertake, support and enable people to/with:



Identify/contribute to their own goals to improve their quality of life Contribute to their own care/support/recovery plans Support individuals to express their needs and wishes Assist individuals with activities of daily living encouraging active

participation and independence



Promote their personal hygiene and physical health. Actively engage in health promotion Engage in meaningful and enjoyable activity To support individuals with external activities/appointments under indirect supervision May have responsibility for patient monies/valuables which need to be handled within SHSC local guidelines To structure time positively Initiate, maintain and strengthen familial and social relationships increase self confidence embrace new opportunities

3. Training and Supervision



Undertake mandatory and appropriate training relevant to your role for example:

General Health and Safety



Basic/advanced Life Support



RESPECT Training



Identify own training and developmental needs Identify areas of training need that are relevant to the team Assist in the delivery of training in areas of personal experience and interest Provide mentoring to level 2 healthcare support worker apprentices who you are working alongside Provide assessment and supervision of band 2 colleagues as they complete the care certificate Participate in annual performance development reviews Participate in regular individual and group supervision Use supervision to understand, reflect, inform and improve your work practice Participate in the development of the service

4. Personal responsibilities



Ensure that people are treated with dignity and respect Promote anti-discriminatory activities Work flexibly to meet service needs

5. Administrative responsibilities



Keep clinical records up to date using Trust systems in accordance with legislation as delegated by the nurse in charge Support people to contribute to their own clinical notes Maintain records to a high standard and record activity data in a timely manner

6. Professional responsibilities



Maintain confidentiality of all personal information and data in line with organisational policy and the GPDR 2018 Be familiar and work in line with local and national policy and procedures. Raise concern in regard to disciplinary or performance issues to the management team using policies and procedures such as safeguarding and whistle blowing

Service Specific Information



Dovedale Ward is an acute mental health inpatient ward for people aged 65 or over, who have a functional mental illness.



Service users work collaboratively with a range of professionals, including Nurses, Support Workers, Psychiatrists, Psychologists & Allied Health Professionals. The team work approach ensures that care is holistic, person-centred, and tailored to the individuals needs, with each professional contributing their expertise to support recovery, promote wellbeing, and help service users achieve the best possible outcomes.



Job description review



This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and in discussion with the manager the postholder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the Banding of the post. The job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.



The post holder should be comfortable in the use of computer technology, have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email.

All employees are expected to observe the following:

Equal opportunities and dignity at work - statement of intent



The Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of and meets the needs of the local community.



We oppose all forms of discrimination on legal and moral grounds and recognise that discrimination creates barriers to achieving equality for everyone.



The Trust is committed to making equality of opportunity and fair treatment a reality whereby an individual can seek, obtain and continue employment without unfair discrimination.



As an equal opportunities employer, we will ensure that all job applicants and employees receive fair and equal treatment and will not be disadvantaged by unjustified conditions or requirements.



The Trust's Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work Policy underpins the Trust's commitment to achieve equality and fairness at work and to ensure that individuals or groups are not unfairly discriminated against.



We are committed to improving our practice through signing up to initiatives such as Stonewall Champions, the Disability Standard/Disability Confident and Mindful Employer.



Safeguarding children and adults



The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people (anyone under the age of 18) and adults. It expects all staff, volunteers and contracted staff to share this commitment and act in such a way that safeguards and promotes the health and wellbeing of children, young people and adults.



Staff must ensure that they are familiar with the signs and symptoms of abuse and know what to do if any such concerns are raised.



Staff are expected to know about and follow the Trust's safeguarding children and safeguarding adult policies which can be found on the Trust intranet and participate in related mandatory/statutory training.



Risk management



Staff should be aware of the principles of risk management and adopt appropriate practice to reduce the risk to themselves and others. In particular, staff should observe the Trust's Risk Management Strategy, Risk, Incident and Serious Incident reporting and management policies, Health and Safety regulations and the risk management training requirements for all staff.



Infection prevention and control



Staff are expected to comply with the Trust's Infection Prevention and Control policies and conduct themselves in such a manner as to minimise the risk of causing healthcare associated infections .



Sustainable Development



We will take urgent action to deliver net zero carbon care and maximise the opportunities to redefine the social and environmental determinants of health. All employees of the Trust have a responsibility to support the delivery of our Green Plan, ensuring when delivering care, we reduce climate-related impacts, adapt to any current or predicted impacts of climate change and supporting improving public health