Support Worker

Support Worker Sheffield, England

MMM & Co LTD
Full Time Sheffield, England 10 - 11 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description

Please only apply for this role if you have a valid right to work in the UK.

Global health Care solutions is seeking Support Workers that are able to work in various sites across Sheffield.

Health Care Support Workers are an integral part of our in-patient teams which support the delivery of complex packages of care to adults who are experiencing mental health issues, including acute care for adults of working age and older adults who may be living with dementia.

To do this role you need to have good communication skills and empathy, an understanding of patient centred care and motivation to support people who may be presenting challenging behaviour caused by their mental health crisis or dementia. Previous experience of working as a healthcare assistant, lived experience or of supporting a family member with mental health issues will be a significant advantage in this role.

We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support. What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.

We are all very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.

To ensure positive approaches to patient engagement. Where undertaking specific observations of patients, to do so in line with the available policies and guidelines.

To implement elements of the patients plan of care as delegated by the named nurse or nurse in charge.

To contribute to the ongoing risk assessment progress in relation to monitoring, observing and engaging with patients, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the Team and the nurse in charge.

To take a positive approach to responding to patients in acute distress, adopting principles of diffusion and de-escalation. Where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with available guidance and approved techniques, providing for the safety and dignity of the patient(s).

To take a positive approach in supporting patients with their medication regimes, in terms of encouragement and the provision of relevant information Assist patients with their daily activities of living, if identified in the patients’ plan of care, to ensure that all personal needs are met

Following suitable assessments by the nurse in charge, to escort patients on leave from the Ward, overseeing their safety and wellbeing until their return. As a member of the Team, to contribute to providing a quality environment for patients in relation to safety, dignity, comfort and day to day activities.

Basic/Advanced Life Support RESPECT Training

Assist in the stripping, cleaning and making of beds and the safe disposal of soiled linen in the absence of housekeepers.

Undertake a range of practical tasks and duties in support of the Ward Team and patient need.

Assist in the response to a missing patient as directed by the nurse in charge and available policies.

To use relevant information in support of patient care and care planning, including available electronic information systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £10.00-£11.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexitime
  • Referral programme

Day range:

  • Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

  • Live-in

Shift:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift

Work Location: One location

Support Worker
MMM & Co LTD

Birmingham, United Kingdom
Unknown / Non-Applicable
Unknown
Company - Public
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