About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated Band 3 HCSW to join our team in Angelton Clinic, Bridgend. We are an older adult mentla health admissions unit providing person centred care and assessment for individuals experiencing mental health disorders such as dementia, psychosis and depression.
The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with the qualified staff to ensure that a high standard of care is maintained across the unit, and be expected to demonstrate a genuine interest in this field of nursing, displaying excellent people skills such as communication. They will be expected to work as part of a team, ensuring the delivery of high quality person centred patient care.Staff working within this environment are afforded the opportunity to experience diverse mental illnesses.
Main duties of the job
Successful candidates will be expected to hold an NVQ level 3 or equivalent or equivalent competency assessed training.
The post holder will deliver specific components of the patients care plan as delegated by the registered nurse and will regularly be required to work without direct supervision.
Provide support to patients on an individual and on a group basis within the inpatient service.
Organise and facilitate therapeutic activities such as group work along with registered staff or as directed by registered staff.
Maintain accurate and timely records of all contact with patients/ carers/relatives and other clinical contacts.
Ensure effective communication with all members of the Multi Disciplinary Team, advocates, and
Ensure all incidents which may compromise Health and Safety are reported in an appropriate and timely manner.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. 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 vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our 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 description 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.
This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Relevant experience of working with older persons with mental health problems
Desirable
Experience of working within Older Persons Mental health Settings
Skills Essential
Must be able to undertake Formal adapted Restrictive Physical Intervention Training with annual up-dates and Patient Handling Training Good communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to demonstrate a person centred approach
Desirable
IT skills Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above
Qualifications Essential
NVQ level 3 in Health Care Good standard of education including literacy and numeracy skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Angelton Clinic, Glanrhyd Hospital
Tondu Road
Bridgend
CF31 4LN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)