Job Description

Overview

We are looking for someone with passion and drive to join our Acorn Project team, enabling patients to thrive and work towards an independent future.

This role will support the delivery of a 24/7 support service in partnership with Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB). The service will support patients' transition from secure hospital residential settings into a supported community setting. The service will also aid the transition from CAMHS into Community Mental Health Teams. Eventually, the service will aid the individual to then transitioning into independence within the community.

As a psychologically informed service, delivery will be underpinned by the application of evidence-based practice, with a focus on using the principles of Structured Clinical Management (SCM). The service will be supported by the Intensive Case Management team at ABUHB to develop support plans which are underpinned by the principles of Structured Clinical Management (SCM). SCM is an evidence-based approach that enables generalist mental health practitioners to work effectively with complex mental health difficulties. It is a goal-focused, supportive approach with case management and advocacy support. There is an emphasis on problem-solving and effective crisis planning. Training on administering medication will be provided.

35 hours per week on a shift basis, covering Monday-Sunday ASAP Start date Initial 3 month contract with potential to extend

Duties

Be willing to work towards Care Inspectorate Wales related qualification. Be responsible for administration and supervision of medication (training will be provided). Ensuring service users have choice and control in the delivery of their support and that they are equal partners in developing the service. Front-line support of service users, primarily based over two sites in Brynmawr and Blaina. Travel will be required. Reacting quickly and positively to the individual needs of service users. You will be proactive, consistent, compassionate, flexible and focused on enabling the service user to thrive within a new environment and surrounding relationships. Providing practical support like supporting individuals in Care and Treatment Plan reviews, medical appointments, community activities, assisting with emotional regulation, problem solving and relationship building. Staff will also support complex behaviours that may include self-harm and suicidal ideation. Engagement in reflective practice, supervisions and team meetings, ensuring continuous improvement and service development is prioritised. Actively promoting the standards underpinned by a Psychologically Informed Environment in all aspects of service delivery and support. Updating daily records, incident reports, and escalating safeguarding issues as needed to team leader or the intensive care team. Taking regular measurements and resident feedback, enabling service review and improvements as needed. Providing feedback for monthly and quarterly reporting. Developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of key stakeholders and partners, including key relationships within ABUHB, housing providers, the local authority and the third sector.

Experience

Have an NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care, or be willing to work towards this whilst in post. Training in medication administration will be supplied. An ability to build trusting therapeutic relationships with those people who use the service. You will understand the value of setting safe boundaries and expectations and be able to do so whilst modelling positive relationships, care, kindness, and compassion. A high level of emotional intelligence; to be non-judgemental, resilient, and empathic. This candidate will also be a strong communicator. Understanding of PIE, ACEs, and strength/restorative-based approaches. Experience of representing and advocating needs of service user. Experience of working with individuals with complex mental health needs, disrupted attachments and interpersonal difficulties and challenging behaviour. A willingness to reflect positively on feedback with a desire to further personal learning. You will be able to work under your own initiative and be responsive to changing priorities You will have a good understanding of the wide range of community and third sector organisations operating across Gwent. You must have a full driving licence and be prepared to travel as part of this role. The rota is a rolling rota covering six weeks. This rota includes shift patterns that cover mornings, afternoons, nights, and occasional weekend working.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 27,045.38 per year

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/08/2025