Job Description

THE ROLE:

• As an experienced Health Care Assistant (HCA) - Level 3 (minimum) You will assist in the management and Care of Service Users under supervision.
• Produce accurate and timely documentation / records on all Clients in line with relevant codes and Trust policy.
• Assist Senior Staff in the ongoing assessment and observation of Service Users and provide timely and appropriate feedback.
• Assist in the risk assessment of the individual and of the potential hazards in the SU environment.
• Provide practical support to Service Users, Carers.
• Transport / accompany Service Users to Appointments.
• Attend Team Meetings i.e. referral / review / business as appropriate.
• Report and document incidents as required.
• Support Service Users in activities of daily living, such as meal planning, shopping, budget management.
• Support with employment, housing and benefit claims and paperwork.
• Undertake Physical Health Care Checks of Service Users, document and report results.
• Under supervision take part in assessing and reviewing Care.
• Under supervision take part in group work (low level) - such as relaxation, health promotion, sleep hygiene etc.
• Provide support to Service User to promote concordance with medication and treatment regimes in line with Trust policy.
• Transport and store medications in line with Trust policy.
• Provide practical support, guidance and education for Service Users, Carers.

Core Non-Clinical Function

• Take part in service development and review.
• Ensure the service meets the agreed performance / contractual targets and adheres to local and government initiatives

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities