Location: Windsor House, Cornwall Road, Harrogate, HG1 4PW
Type: Full-Time
About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health and learning disability services across County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. They work in close partnership with local communities, offering a compassionate, patient-centered approach that focuses on improving the mental health and well-being of those they serve. The Trust’s team is committed to empowering patients and ensuring that every voice is heard throughout the recovery process.
Job Details
- Join the Harrogate Integrated Community Team to support working-age adults with mental health needs.
- Provide assistance with delivering evidence-based interventions such as graded exposure and anxiety management under supervision.
- Perform physical health monitoring (e.g., blood pressure, ECGs, blood tests) and communicate results to appropriate professionals.
- Help in developing and implementing care plans, offering feedback to clinicians and keeping accurate electronic records.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work within a leading NHS mental health Trust.
- Access to training and professional development programs.
- Collaborate with a compassionate and skilled mental health team.
Requirements
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 2 or equivalent.
- Care Certificate.
- Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy skills or equivalent.
- Successful completion of the Trust’s full Healthcare Assistant (HCA) framework within the first six months of the role.
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
- Awareness of legal frameworks, including Mental Health legislation (within an agreed timescale).
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (to be developed within agreed timescales).
- Competency in record-keeping (to be achieved within agreed timescales).
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
- Ability to travel independently as per the Trust’s policies and service needs.
About the Role
This role involves supporting the Harrogate Integrated Community Team in their mission to provide care for working-age adults with mental health needs. The successful candidate will perform key tasks such as assisting with evidence-based mental health interventions (e.g., anxiety management), conducting physical health checks, supporting care planning, and ensuring all electronic records are accurate. This position requires working closely with qualified staff and adhering to best practices for patient safety and care.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake delegated activities within the scope of competence under supervision, with a focus on patient safety and care quality.
- Provide interventions like graded exposure and anxiety management to support service users.
- Conduct health monitoring, including blood pressure checks, ECGs, and obtaining blood samples.
- Assist with follow-up appointments and communicate physical health results to clinicians.
- Contribute to care planning and implementation, offering feedback to the clinical team.
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic records in line with Trust policies.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applicants will need to submit a DBS check to ensure suitability for the role.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. However, sponsorship is only available for eligible candidates. For more information, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. They encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of background or status, and aim to ensure that recruitment practices are free from bias and discrimination.
Employer Details
Company Name: Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Windsor House, Cornwall Road, Harrogate, HG1 4PW
Application Process
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