Health Care Assistant - Community Resource Team
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Band 3 Health Care Assistant working 24 hours per week based in Flintshire. The Community Resource Team ethos is to focus on supporting patients home earlier from hospital with an individualised package of care to meet their needs.
The hours of work are variable, covering from 8am to 10pm and will include weekend working and Bank Holidays. The geographical area of cover is across the County of Flintshire to support service need.
We are looking for candidates with a strong work ethic to provide an excellent standard of care with the right values for this role. Full induction into the post will be supported and there are great opportunities for career advancement and the opportunity to develop additional skills such as venepuncture and recording of patient clinical observations following training and competencies.
Main duties of the job
The Health Care Assistant role will include assisting patients who need care and support to remain independent in their own homes with activities of daily living such as washing and dressing, meal preparation and prompting with the administration of medication. The role involves working in partnership with the dynamic multidisciplinary team and external agencies to meet individuals' needs.
The post holder will function as part of the Integrated Multidisciplinary Community Health Care team. He/she will be responsible for carrying out designated work, much of which will involve direct patient care. This care will be delegated by trained staff and the post-holder will be expected to work under the indirect supervision of trained staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:
* Assist patients with activities of daily living (washing, dressing, meal preparation, medication prompting)
* Provide direct patient care under the guidance of trained staff
* Work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team and external agencies
* Support patients to maintain independence in their own homes
* Maintain accurate records and observe relevant care protocols
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
* Good communication skills – verbal and written
* Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
* Ability to keep calm in stressful situations
* Ability to demonstrate a caring and compassionate approach
* Organisational skills to plan and prioritise workload efficiently
* Ability to use technology (Microsoft Office, virtual platforms such as TEAMS)
* Physically able to carry out duties, including lifting and assisting with mobility
* Welsh Language Skills desirable – levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing
Experience
* Experience of working within a relevant health or social care environment, providing direct patient care
* Experience working with patient groups relevant to area of practice
* Experience working within the NHS
Qualifications and Knowledge
* Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject or equivalent experience and evidence of work-based competency
* Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
* Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures (Safeguarding, GDPR)
Ability to work with minimum supervision to a high standard
* Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Children's Barred List Check
* Ability to work a range of shift patterns
* Ability to travel within the geographical area to meet service needs
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£25,313 to £26,999 a year (pro rata)
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