Location: Middlesbrough, UK
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive NHS Band 3 salary
About Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is the go-to mental health and learning disability service for County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. They’re all about helping people feel safe, understood, and cared for. From prevention to crisis care, their dedicated teams work hand-in-hand with patients, families, and partners to support mental health recovery journeys.
The Role: Support Worker in Tees Liaison Psychiatry
Fancy joining a team that’s making a real difference in people’s lives? Tees Liaison Psychiatry is on the lookout for a Support Worker to join their dynamic team in the acute hospital setting. If you’ve got a knack for person-centered care and experience working with folks who have complex mental health needs, this could be your chance to shine.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Monitoring and reviewing intervention plans for patients
- Keeping an eye on patients’ moods, behaviors, and overall wellbeing
- Working alongside acute trust staff, showing them the ropes of skilled mental health care
- Supporting complex discharges, teaming up with community services
- Being a champion for person-centered, individualized care
What You’ll Need:
- Diploma in Health and Social Care Level 3 or equivalent
- Care Certificate
- Literacy and Numeracy skills at Level 2
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 Healthcare Assistant or similar role
- A passion for mental health care and understanding the needs of older people
- Great communication skills and a knack for record-keeping
Why Join Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust?
- Be part of a team that’s shaping mental health care in the region
- Opportunities for professional development and growth
- Supportive work environment with a focus on employee wellbeing
- Competitive NHS salary and benefits package
- Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate
Working Hours:
The role involves working over 7 days, so flexibility is key to meeting patient needs.
Application Process:
Interested in joining the team? Here’s what to do:
- Submit your application on or before October 7, 2024
- Arrange a visit to the team (highly recommended!)
- Contact Jane Rogers (Team Manager) on 01642 624318 for more info
Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This role is subject to a DBS check to ensure the safety of our patients.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace. They welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about mental health care and ready for a rewarding challenge, don’t miss this opportunity. Apply now and be part of a team that’s changing lives every day.
