Job Description

An exciting opportunity has come up to work within the Female Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) based within St Ann's Hospital as a Mental Health Support Worker.



Haven Female PICU is a 5 bedded female PICU that provides a high level of effective and compassionate care to women who are experiencing the most acute phase of a serious mental disorder. This includes working with individuals presenting with psychotic disorders, mood disorders, complex trauma and personality disorders. We aim to promote a calm and therapeutic approach and environment where our patients are supported by a friendly, skilled and enthusiastic team that enables them to move forwards with their recovery.



We are currently looking for a confident, enthusiastic and caring worker who wishes to work in a fast paced and challenging environment. You will be part of a wonderful multi-disciplinary team that are friendly and passionate about providing the best experience for our service users.



With this role, we expect availability to work shifts over the 7 day week, including night shifts.



Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.



Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.



You will work within the multi-disciplinary team to provide care and treatment to patients detained under the Mental Health Act using a wide range of nursing interventions working within national guidelines.

The role includes:

Supporting the provision of care to meet patient's needs including physical, psychological and social



Ensuring the environment is safe and therapeutic when nursing patients with high risk behaviours



Implementing co-produced and individualised care plans and contribute to evaluation of these interventions



Lead on and engage patients in a variety of activities both on the ward and off the ward



Promote freedom of choice, autonomy and least restrictive practice, in a safe and therapeutic environment



If are keen on interacting with people, are passionate, have a listening ear, and are interested in learning new skills then we would like to hear from you.



Although experience working within healthcare, specifically mental health, is desirable, we would welcome individuals who do not have this experience. As a team, we can support you to develop yourself and your abilities in support of you becoming a skilled, competent and confident worker within PICU.



You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.



At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.



We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.



Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.



Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.



For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.



Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Prince's Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.



You will be required to undertake a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course and it is a condition of your employment that you successfully complete all aspects of this course; if this is not achieved you will not be able to commence working in the post.