The newly integrated Community Vaccination Service is looking for a team player and experienced HCSW to deliver the school age vaccination
programme alongside the Covid vaccination delivery to housebound patients and care homes, also assisting the admin lead with delegated tasks.
Vaccinations are the safest and most effective way of protecting individuals and communities from vaccine preventable diseases. Community Vaccination Service allows for you to work as part of a team supporting and promoting the importance of vaccines who are
passionate to protect this age group and offering support to the Integrated Vaccination Service across the Trust.
One is 30 hours TTO at Linden Unit and one is for 30 hours at Kings Park Hospital TTO.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Administering selected vaccines in schools, at community clinics, in care homes and in patient homes.
Health promotion/Vaccine education
Community engagement.
Such as running reports, liaising with schools/service users, data collection.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
KnowledgeSkills and Training
Willing and able to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community, hospitals or other community settings, equivalent to a vocational level 3 qualification
Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development / training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate.
Ability to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Business Travel
Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. (working within the Community)
KnowledgeSkills and Training
Willing and able to apply existing experience and gain necessary skills to work effectively in the community, hospitals or other community settings, equivalent to a vocational level 3 qualification
Willing to professionally develop and undertake further development / training as identified to meet the needs of the service, including Trust Band 3 Extended Skills programme and Care Certificate.
Ability to work on own initiative, but with a commitment to participate in clinical supervision and reflective practice and further develop skills.
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Business Travel
Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. (working within the Community)
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.
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Linden Unit
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