About the Role
The Clinical Support Worker will:
- Assist the Intensive Support Team in assessments, care, treatment, and discharge planning for individuals with Learning Disabilities and mental health issues.
- Support service users during crises, promoting health and independence.
- Provide advice and consultation to colleagues supporting Autistic Adults without Learning Disabilities.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and community resources to enhance access to services.
- Deliver generic health tasks such as completing Hospital Passports and Health Action Plans.
- Prepare clients and carers for health appointments to empower participation in healthcare.
- Advocate for inclusive health services and support shaping local health service practices.
- Foster professional relationships with clients, carers, and service providers.
Job Summary
Position: Clinical Support Worker
Location: United Kingdom
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £31,944 – £34,937 per annum
Join our dynamic East London Intensive Support Team as a Band 4 Clinical Support Worker. This exciting opportunity involves working within a 7-day urgent and intensive community response service, supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities, complex mental health needs, and challenging behaviors. The team serves Tower Hamlets, Newham, and City and Hackney boroughs, with its base at Mile End Hospital.
Main Responsibilities
- Client Support: Provide direct care and establish respectful, compassionate relationships with service users to promote recovery and independence.
- Health Promotion: Facilitate access to primary and secondary health services and contribute to health-related tasks and data collection.
- Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary teams, including local GPs, community organizations, and carers, to ensure comprehensive care.
- Service Development: Actively contribute to shaping inclusive and effective health services for individuals with Learning Disabilities.
- Crisis Intervention: Utilize specialized skills to manage crises effectively, improving health outcomes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Inclusive, supportive work environment.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications:
- Essential: NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Desirable: Qualification in a health or social care-related subject.
Experience:
- Essential: Experience working with individuals with disabilities, mental health issues, or challenging behaviors, including non-verbal communication.
- Team collaboration and use of Microsoft Office tools for reporting and communication.
- Desirable: Experience in community-based health or social care settings, data collection, and working with diverse populations.
Skills:
- Essential:
- Understanding of Learning Disabilities and their daily impact.
- Adaptable communication skills for non-verbal individuals.
- Competence in Microsoft Office tools.
- Willingness to learn clinical skills and take initiative in problem-solving.
- Desirable:
- Knowledge of cultural diversity.
- Coaching or motivational interviewing skills.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to work across various sites and in community settings.
- Professional and respectful approach toward service users, carers, and colleagues.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This role requires a submission to the Disclosure and Barring Service for previous criminal convictions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome. For further details, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
