Meet & Greet Associate Job at Navigo Health and Social Care CIC (Grimsby)

Job Description

This is the perfect opportunity for a caring, compassionate and patient individual to directly support individuals presenting to Harrison House, where the Mental Health Access Services are based. Based within Harrison House reception and cafe, this role will greet individuals who present to Harrison House, offering a kind and caring approach. This will lead onto collecting individuals details such as name, address, date of birth and reason for presenting to Harrison House, passing this onto the Access Team to support them to prioritise and respond to individuals who may present with a mental health crisis. The post-holder will also use their experience of mental health and social care to provide emotional and practical advice and support, liaising with other teams and professionals to ensure that individuals receive the appropriate support and information. A key part of this role is using and maintaining various electronic records to reflect the support and information gathered and provided.

Job Responsibility

Meeting and greeting individuals presenting to Harrison House
Gathering information from individuals presenting to Harrison House in a manner that is sensitive and upholds the principles of confidentiality
Sharing information with the appropriate Navigo colleagues in a manner that is respectful, sensitive, secure and in accordance with confidentiality principles
Communicate respectfully and appropriately with stakeholders verbally, in writing and through other communication methods such as email
Undertaking administration duties, including completion of checklists, filing, room bookings, maintaining spreadsheets/databases, testing equipment, safety/security checks, maintaining logs and other records as required
Implementing prevention and de-escalation strategies in accordance with Respect training as provided by the organisation
Providing emotional support and reassurance to individuals presenting at Harrison House in a manner that is sensitive and supportive, whilst also respectfully maintaining professional boundaries
Ensuring the upkeep of the Harrison House site, including general housekeeping and reporting maintenance issues
Complete and maintain own mandatory training and convert this into practice
Update individuals patient records in accordance with guidelines, legislation and scope of the job role
To ensure that visitors are processed correctly, including checking ID, signing-in, issuing badges and ensuring that they are escorted when in staff-only areas where necessary
Ensuring that a suitable staff member is always present at the reception
Maintaining secure access to the staff only areas
Testing and logging equipment checks, including fire safety equipment, blicks (personal alarms), first aid equipment, etc.
Checking and restocking supplies, including stationery and supplies within the onsite amenities, such as the reception, cafe and toilet areas
Upholding high standards of health, safety and security through effective checks, reporting or otherwise remedying issues, implementing own training, adherence to policies and upholding high personal standards of housekeeping
Receive bi-monthly supervision and attend team meetings
Support in covering periods of absence on Harrison House reception
Provide information and support to individuals presenting to Harrison House from the resources available, whilst ensuring that this does not impede or manifest in assured or clinical/social advice
Signpost individuals to appropriate teams in relation to available social interventions
Ensuring that individuals at Harrison House are offered refreshments, and process payments for chargeable food/drink items
Ensuring that the Harrison House reception telephone is answered within acceptable timeframes
Connecting individuals with Navigo and external services, including providing leaflets, contact details, etc. On occasion, it may be necessary to do this on behalf of the individual with their consent if they are not able to do this themselves or if directed to do so from a senior person
Be adaptive in communication, ensuring that adjustments are made in respect of individuals experiencing a physical, cognitive, learning or other disadvantage in this respect. For example, using flash cards, hearing loops, sensitively offering mobility support, non-complex language, slow rate of speech, etc.
Uphold the highest standards of professionalism pertaining to values, attitude, conduct and language, and report any reported/observed shortcomings by anybody in respect of this
Contribute to facilitating the Safe Space service or equivalent
Support with the processing and supporting of Section 136 (MHA 1983) admissions
Manage competing priorities, and seek support where appropriate
Provide and role model excellent standards of patient care
Report any concerns pertaining to patient care and safeguarding
Comply with training, policies and legislation, with particular attention drawn to: i)Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 ii)Security iii)Restrictive interventions iv)Staff Code and Accountability v)First Aid vi)Legal frameworks such as the Mental Health Act 1985, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Care Act 2014 and Equality Act 2010
Any other reasonable duty in connection with the work of the Team and as required by the organisation

Requirements

Can evidence knowledge of confidentiality legislation and frameworks
Can evidence knowledge of services and frameworks available to meet individuals social needs
GCSE grade C or equivalent in English
GCSE grade C or equivalent in IT or other computing/typing subject
Care certificate or willing to work towards this within 3 years
At least 2 years work or voluntary experience working in a health care setting
At least 1 years work or voluntary experience working with individuals with a mental health diagnosis
Can evidence experience of using adaptive communication strategies, both verbal and non-verbal
1 years experience working with challenging behaviours
Can evidence ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
Can evidence ability to uphold professional standards in relation to conduct, language and attitude
Can evidence effective interpersonal skills, including verbal and non-verbal communication
Can evidence ability to work effectively in a non-judgemental manner with a diverse client base, including those with dual diagnosis, complex emotional needs and those presenting with challenging behaviours

Nice to have

NVQ level 2 in administration or equivalent
Relevant NVQ level 2 in health and/or social care
2 years experience working with individuals experiencing a perceived mental health crisis

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