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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated band 2 Health care support worker to join the inpatient team within ward 4, Woodland View.
Ward 4 is a 15 bedded Acute functional assessment ward for people over the age of 65 years who require Inpatient assessment and treatment for acute mental illness
This opportunity is available to individuals who have experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary care team supporting the provision of care for individuals experiencing mental health difficulties.
You will be responsible for delivering person centred care, evidenced based, recovery focused interventions and will also promote collaborative working within a multi- disciplinary team and across multi agency services.
Applications are welcomed from individuals who will work as a key component of a multidisciplinary team and as such should have excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills along with a positive attitude and a proven ability to work as part of a team.
You should be willing to undertake training to develop skills and competencies as required.
There is is a part time(53.6 hours a fortnight) and full time hours available (75 hours a fortnight).
A flexible approach to shift patterns will be essential.
For informal enquiries please contact Senior Charge Nurse Catherine Hail on 01292 322386.
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.