Health Care Support Worker (MALE ONLY) Bridgend, Wales
Job description
The organisation is specifically recruitingMALE ONLYapplicants in keeping with the positive action provision within the Equality Act 2010 order to meet patient need and employee safety.
In this Health Board we aspire to be driven by our values; where every person that works for us, regardless of their role, is expected to demonstrate the values of “caring for each other”, “working together” and “always improving”.
The post holder will assist in the promotion of equality for all clients through anti-discriminatory practice, supporting clients’ rights, choices, personal beliefs and identity through their recovery which will enable people to build their resilience and to regain a sense of control over their life. The process of recovery calls for optimism and commitment from all concerned and is profoundly influenced by people's expectations and attitudes. There is a strong link between the recovery process and social inclusion. The post holder will continue to support clients with challenging behaviour and complex mental and physical health needs through effective communication, based on a patient centred approach.
To contribute to the development of those accessing Low Secure Services at Taith Newydd, ensuring a holistic delivery of care and services which are coherent and consistently applied.
We recognise that skill development is most effective when the environment is adapted to the support needs of the individual. As such, Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) is a significant part of Low Secure service philosophy.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac
