Health Care Support Worker

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated Health Care Support Worker to join our team at Taith Newydd Low Secure Mental Health Unit in Glanrhyd Hospital.
The successful candidate will be working with males from the age of 18 upwards, encouraging and supporting them as required with daily living skills and activities both on the ward and in the community in order to help them on their road to recovery.
Working under the direction of the Nurse In Charge
Adhering to policies and procedures and all aspects of security in the unit
Encouraging and supporting patients with day to day activities both on the ward and in the community
Building and maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients
Assisting with daily challenges on the unit
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
Respect the privacy, dignity, needs, beliefs, choices and preferences of
patients
Delivering Safe and High Quality Care within a secure setting
Recognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable adults and raise concerns
Ensuring all security procedures are adhered to
Communicate effectively with patients/relatives and carers and all
members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Ensure all patient related information is treated sensitively and adhere to
the principals of confidentiality at all times
Maintains clear and accurate patient records relating to patient care and
interventions utilising both digital and paper based records as directed by
the Nurse in charge
Report to the nurse in charge any untoward incidents/complaints as
soon possible
Working Effectively as part of the Team
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 Tra

Please refer the Job description for details