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Healthcare Assistant

Job Description

Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting an experienced Healthcare Assistant to work within a low secure Mental Health Unit for adults in East Cheshire.

The successful Healthcare Assistant will:

  • Support individuals facing mental health issues, challenging behaviour, and complex needs.
  • Provide high-quality patient care, including emotional support, medication administration, observations, personal care, and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Must have experience in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques.
  • Promote a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
  • Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Person Specification:

  • Minimum 12 months experience in the UK as a Healthcare Assistant within a Mental Health setting.
  • Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA), MAPA or equivalent form of physical restraint Training.
  • Applicants must have proof of the following immunisations from the GP: Hep B, MMR, Varicella, BCG.
  • Disclosure Barring Service Certificate (DBS) on the online update service.
  • Applicants must have the full right to work in the UK and be available for consistent shifts.

If you are committed to making a difference in mental health care and want a new role as a Healthcare Assistant, I'd love to hear from you. Contact Carly Harrison at Service Care Solutions by sending your updated CV and contact telephone number.

carly.harrison@servicecare.org.uk