Overview
To support the provision of Health and Social Care to people experiencing mental ill health in a range of settings within the context of a multi-disciplinary secondary care service and support the delivery of evidence based mental health care to clients in resource centres and a range of community premises.
The post holder will, on occasions, be required to work without direct supervision.
The post holder will assist with the organisation and facilitation of the medication monitoring clinics and therapeutic groups.
Main duties of the job
Work within a multi-disciplinary team under the direction of a Team Leader or community psychiatric nurse (CPN).
Provide support to service users on an individual basis, in their own home and in the community.
With support and supervision from the Team Leader and CPN/CC, be responsible for and manage own workload and safety.
Actively participate in continuing professional development through the Knowledge Skills Framework.
Prepare and facilitate medication clinics undertaking venepuncture and ECG monitoring.
Welsh language (Desirable)
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just speaking & listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see 'Welsh Language Guidance' in the documents right at the bottom.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse region. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's city life, the Brecon Beacons, and the coast at Ogmore. Our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
CTM 2030 Strategy
Our Health, Our Future focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
* We listen, learn, and improve
* We treat everyone with respect
* We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job responsibilities
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications/Knowledge
* Understanding and appreciation of Mental Health issues. An understanding of the need to maintain professional boundaries. A basic understanding of the Mental Health Act & Mental Health Measures. Good communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to work on own initiative. Ability to work as part of a Team. Ability to keep calm in stressful situations. Ability to demonstrate person centred approach. A good standard of general education including literacy and numeracy skills. Must be NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of competency assessed training.
* Venepuncture training. Trained to undertake ECGs.
Experience
* Experience of working in a mental health setting.
* Experience of group work
Skills and Attributes
* Present a positive image ensuring adherence to the uniform policy Flexible, confident and positive in approach Reliable and resilient.
* IT Skills
* Welsh language speaking/listening skills at a Level 3 or above
Other
* Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children's Barred List check.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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