Carer Support Worker

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PENNINE CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST, Dukinfield, Tameside

Posted 1 day ago, 8 Jan | Get your application in today.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 30f004701e4645ce9db8646645565f37

The role is to support carers both practically and emotionally, ensure that they are well informed and supported with their individual health and well-being needs .
Work closely with clinical teams, offering support to carers in their own right
To support carers attending clinical team reviews, ward rounds and CPA meetings.
The post holder will work in partnership with Local Authority, the voluntary and community sector and other NHS agencies to increase the number of carers identified and improve recognition.
To ensure that the role of unpaid carers is recognised, supported and valued. To promote the Triangle of Care (TOC) standards and principles, and other carer specific initiatives to services and carers.
To provide carers with information and advice about services both within and external to the organisation, that contributes to their caring role and increases their knowledge regarding care and treatment processes.
To work collaboratively with carers and clinical teams to ensure that carers feel involved and supported in the care and treatment of their loved one in accordance with Service User's consent, Trust Strategic Priorities and Carers Engagement Procedures.
To have knowledge in the identification and support required for young carers.
To facilitate the delivery of carer support in a group setting where required

Good basic education including English to GCSE standard or equivalent