Job overview
Are you looking to develop a career in mental health? We are seeking compassionate, resilient, and enthusiastic Healthcare Support Workers for our 20-bed acute unit.
The Poppy Unit is a 20-bed mixed acute facility located in the heart of Wiltshire. We work with service users who are presenting as acutely unwell and in crises.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in the lives of our service users.
We are looking for professional and enthusiastic support workers to join our team of qualified nurses, HCAs, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Exercise Specialists, Activities Coordinators, and Doctors.
This role operates on a 24/7 shift basis within an acute inpatient ward. Staff will qualify for unsocial hours enhancements in addition to basic pay.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression course, which helps develop skills to de-escalate service users in distress while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
Main duties of the job
You will carry out observations, engage with service users, encourage daily living tasks, and promote recovery through excellent communication. This environment can be challenging yet rewarding, as we strive to help service users overcome complex needs.
You will learn how to care for service users in mental health crisis by promoting choice and independence in the least restrictive way possible.
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