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Salary , Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Cover required over 24 hour period 7 days per week), , , Our 3 clients are assisted to live as independently as possible in their own home by a dedicated and established team., , HDUHB have been supporting our Learning Disability clients for many years and we would like to think we excel at providing a holistic and therapeutic environment in which each of them thrive., , The right individual will have knowledge of Learning Disabilities and the challenges of everyday tasks for people with Autism. The fundamentals of care are extremely important to us and this is an ideal opportunity to complete level 4 training to further your journey in Hywel Dda Health Board., , Our priorities at Begelly are adventure and inclusivity so if you think this is an opportunity you will enjoy then do not hesitate to apply., , Main duties of the job
, Our Band 3 healthcare assistants have the responsibility of managing care, providing medication (including controlled drugs) and making decisions with regards to behaviours that challenge., , The work environment is maintained entirely by staff on shift so general duties include cooking, cleaning and gardening., , Personal care for our clients is of a very high standard and our staffing ratio is reflective of this so you will always be well supported by colleagues., , Community engagement and health promotion are two of our key priorities and clients are well supported to do this safely., , Working for our organisation
, Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 12,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and Learning Disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:, , Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest;, , Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;, , 48 general practices (six of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;, , Numerous locations providing mental health and Learning Disabilities services;, , Highly specialised and tertiary services commissioned by the Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee, a joint committee representing seven health boards across Wales., , Detailed job description and main responsibilities, , The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers., , The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us., , Get instant access to our financial wellbeing benefit – Wagestream. Wagestream is a tool for everyday life that lets you get paid your way by letting you track your wages in real-time, stream up to 50% of the money you’ve already earned, learn easy tips to manage your money better and save your wages straight from your salary., , Person specification
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