Senior Support Worker

To work as an integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team supporting service used (who have a primary diagnosis of Learning Disability, history of offending behaviours, and who may experience additional mental Health problems), delivering holistic care and support as part of the Forensic Pathway under the supervision of Registered Nurses., Uphold the principles of Positive Behaviour Support in all aspects of patient care.

To participate in delivery of care plans, treatment programmes and training for service users (under direction of qualified staff).

The Service Users' personal information is always treated within the strictest of confidence. Any requests to disclose information must be relayed to qualified personnel.

To support service users at reviews, appointments or meetings.

To assist in promoting a healthy lifestyle, hygiene routines, and general appearance, whilst respecting the service user's choices and beliefs, promoting dignity, respect and privacy where necessary.

To protect the service users from any form of abuse, wither physical, psychological, financial, sexual or any instance of intimidation. Any suspected abuse to be brought to the attention of the Trust, by informing a qualified or senior member of staff.

Reporting of any untoward occurrences to the appropriate person.

To support other staff members with day to day duties, within your level of competence, providing you have the appropriate training, instructions or skills to undertake the duties.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q