Job summary Shifts: Full time hours a week across 7 days, 7:45am - 8:15pm and 7:45pm - 8:15amCar Owner/driver required due to location (SO40 4DA)Set within beautiful, landscaped gardens, Priory HospitalSouthampton's tranquil environment offers therapeutic and recovery-focusedresidential treatment for those suffering from a number of mental healthconditions.
We can support adult patients with acute mental health needs, aswell as eating disorders.Our Healthcare Division offers a variety of servicesincluding Mental Health, Addictions, Brain Injury and Rehabilitation andRecovery treatment plans.
At Priory, you'll be part of a closeknit and diverse teamthat helps individuals day to day, encouraging them to live as independently aspossible.
You will help people reach their full potential, through bothpractical and emotional support, making a positive difference to their lives.Your own positive attitude and genuine passion for providinghigh quality care and support will be integral to the culture of our teams.You should be keen to learn and show compassion to care for the people wesupport.Whilst previous experience is a plus, the key things youneed to excel in this role are empathy and a passion for caring, flexibilityand a strong sense of responsibility.
Not only is full training provided,but there are numerous career pathways available to you, including our NurseApprenticeship program.
Main duties of the job Support service users with in-houseactivities and hobbiesProviding support to achieve every day goalsincluding personal care tasks, such as washing, dressing, eating and toiletingManage some behaviours that challengeAssist and support to attend medicalappointmentsObserve, monitor and record physical andemotional well-being, and promptly report any changes to senior staffProvide emotional support to individuals andtheir familiesSupport and monitor healthcare needs, includingadministering medicationUnderstand communication needs and adapt yourcommunication to each individualWork with other professionals, such as nursesand therapists, to ensure consistency of support About us Benefits include:Opportunities for career development through CareerPathways, work towards goals and milestones, to take your career in whicheverdirection you wishSupport of an experienced and friendly team ofcolleaguesA competitive salaryEnhanced disclosure cost coverageComprehensive induction and commitment toon-going trainingEnhanced maternity pay in line with NHS25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, plusyour Birthday offOnline benefits and cashback rewardsCycle to work schemeNEST pension optionBlue Light Card application opportunitySubsidised lunchesFree parking onsiteBenefits are subject to T&CsDisclosureAll roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at anappropriate level from the