Mental Health Care Assistant - Newtownards, United Kingdom - Healthcare Ireland Group

Healthcare Ireland Group

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Newtownards, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

_Are you resilient and have the ability to communicate effectively to support our service users who have complex needs?_

The Home
Blair House Care Home is a registered Nursing Home located on the outskirts of Newtownards, overlooked by Scrabo Tower. It is close to the town centre with different transport options available.

Blair House Care Home has a total of 85 beds across 4 units including Residential Dementia, Nursing Dementia, Frail and Elderly Nursing, and a newly opened Mental Health Unit.

The team in Blair House Care Home are well experienced in their fields and provide high quality care to all of our residents.

The Role

Mental Health Care Assistants at Healthcare Ireland play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of our Homes, providing compassionate support and assistance to residents to ensure their independence and comfort.

Mental Health Care Assistants are part of our frontline team, responsible for delivering personalised care and assistance with activities of daily living.

Our Mental Health Care Assistants also provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering meaningful relationships and promoting a sense of compassion, an advocacy for the rights and preferences of residents.

Collaborating with Nurses, the Wellbeing Team, families and external healthcare professions to ensure holistic and person-centred care that promotes independence and quality of life, Mental Health Care Assistants are essential in our mission to provide excellent care.

About The Role

Main Responsibilities

Manage unpredictable and distressing situations in a calm and logical way.
Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved.
Assist residents where required with personal care tasks and mobility while promoting independence and dignity.
Assess and observe the emotional and physical wellbeing of residents, recognising changes and reporting as necessary in a timely manner.
Support the residents to live independently by teaching life skills such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, taking public transport and budgeting.
Maintain accurate records, communicating effectively with residents and their families.
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager.

The Benefits

Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
4weekly pay
Continuous professional development and training
Valuesled culture
Enhanced overtime rate
Opportunities for progression
Pension plan (if applicable)
Attractive hourly rate
Access NI fee paid for
NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
Uniforms and PPE provided
Monthly incentives and recognition awards
Free parking

Required Criteria

To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
Have a basic understanding of the main mental health conditions experienced by residents
The Right to Work in the UK
Be NISCC registered or eligible to register

Desired Criteria

Educated to NVQ 2 level
Previous experience in health and social care

- this can be on a voluntary basis or experience gained caring for a friend or family member with mental ill-health

Skills Needed

About The Company

We are passionate about providing the highest standards of care in safe, positive and flexible environments, which enable each person who uses our services to achieve their potential.

We are committed to providing each employee with a fulfilling working environment, encouraging personal and professional development. We aim to be a first class, independent organisation delivering innovative, collaborative and value for money services.

Our ultimate purpose is to work with the people who use our services and their families and friends, to enable them to take control of their lives.

Company Culture

We're always on the look out for people who care, whether that's caring for our residents, or in one of our roles like laundry, kitchen, administration or maintenance.

Our passionate, ever-growing team means that you'll be working with people who pride themselves on the work they do.

Each of our Homes and our Head Office work together to achieve something excellent that truly makes a difference in people's lives.

Caring for our residents is at the heart of all we do, and we'd love to have you join the team.

Company Benefits

Healthcare Ireland Group is not just a workplace; it's a community where your work has a purpose, and your contributions are valued.

If you're passionate about making a difference and are seeking a rewarding career in healthcare, we welcome you to explore opportunities with us and help continue our legacy of excellence in care.

Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Competitive salary, Social Opportunities, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning

Salary
£12.00 per hou