Colchester
Healthcare Assistant – Dunnock View | Elysium Healthcare Dunnock View Heath Road, Tendring Clacton-on-Sea, Essex CO16 0BX Dunnock View is a specialist mental health service providing care and rehabilitation for adults with complex mental health needs. Role Responsibilities As a Healthcare Assistant, you will work as part of the team to provide safe, compassionate and person-centred care to service users. Your responsibilities may include: • Providing day-to-day care and support to service users., • Supporting with personal care and daily living activities where required., • Observing and reporting changes in behaviour or presentation., • Following individual care plans and risk assessments., • Supporting therapeutic activities and patient engagement., • Maintaining accurate care records., • Working closely with nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team., • Maintaining a safe and supportive environment., • Following safeguarding, health and safety and infection-control procedures. Requirements • Previous UK healthcare experience – ESSENTIAL, • PMVA training – ESSENTIAL, • Mental health experience is highly desirable., • Good communication and teamwork skills., • Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations., • Compassionate and patient approach., • Ability to work effectively within a busy mental health environment. Shifts Dunnock View operates 24/7, with day and night shifts available, including weekends. Please only apply if you have the required healthcare experience and a valid PMVA certificate