Our philosophy is to foster a culture where employees are valued, supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. We are an integrated team, based in Llanfair unit, Llandough hospital. We work collaboratively with multiple professionals from local authority and health. We provide staff with regular supervision and hold a weekly meeting to discuss complex cases in a multidisciplinary arena.
About the jobOur service offers secondary mental health care for adults living with dementia and people diagnosed with mental ill health over 65 years. We also work closely with the Young Onset Dementia Service and Local Authority Community Teams.
What We Are Looking For From YouThrough the provision of recovery focussed care and treatment, we encourage employees to adopt a strengths-based approach whilst striving to achieve personal outcomes for individuals. Our team work closely with Citizens, families and carers to ensure they are safe and live well in their communities.
The ability to speak other languages, in particular Welsh, and Community Languages would be an advantage.
Additional informationThis post is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced check.
This post has a requirement for registration with Social Care Wales.
Safeguarding and Child Protection are key priorities for the Council. We aim to support children and vulnerable adults to ensure they are as safe as they can possibly be. Our services and schools are committed to ensuring the safety and protection of all children and vulnerable adults, and will take action to safeguard their well-being, and acknowledge that children and vulnerable adults have a right to protection. This is supported in the general ethos of the Council and all schools.
This vacancy is suitable for post share.
We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.
We understand you might use AI and other resources for your application; however, please ensure all information you provide is factually accurate, truthful, original and does not include ideas or work that is not your own.
Please note the Council does not accept CV's. When completing the supporting information section of your application, please ensure you refer to the below located on our website:
Important information you need read in order to complete your application:-
• Application Guidance
• Applying for jobs with us
• Behavioural Competency Framework
Additional Information:-
• Employee Charter
• Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
• Privacy Notice
If you wish to discuss this post please contact:
Samantha Kennedy
Cardiff and Vale Integrated Manager
Mental Health Services for Older People
Phone : 02920 872845
Email: samantha.kennedy@cardiff.gov.uk
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