Member of a multidisciplinary team; assists in the provision of safe and empathetic personal care to people who experience mental illness, and who use mental health services, under the guidance of a qualified nurse.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Support the nurses on duty and other clinicians while they carry out their duties
Receive and implement instructions from the nurses in charge of the wards at all times
Welcome patients and facilitate a friendly environment to enable them acclimatize to their new environment
Ensure the safety of patients and their living environment at all times; ensure patients are never left unattended in the facility or while on external activities
Physical care of patients: assist when circumstances require, in maintaining personal hygiene - bathing, dressing - , feeding, making beds, arranging personal effects, etc.
Interact with and support patients during therapeutic activities and recreation
Assist to de-escalate and/or restrain aggressive/violent patients when required
Supervise the scheduled regular cleaning of patients' rooms and shared areas during all shifts
Complete all observation charts and handover checklists promptly and conscientiously, with adequate attention to detail
Ensure that electrical appliances e.g. bulbs, air conditioners, heaters, etc. are switched off when not in use
Promptly report damages, and supervise repairs and maintenance activities in the facility
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Nurse or clinicians
Requirements and experience
ONLY SSCE or OND holders can apply for this role
Previous work experience in a mental health or general health care facility will be an advantage.
Compassionate and patient Strong-willed, able to solve crises and work in a team