Sexual Healthcare Support Worker

Solutions4Health are delighted to be offering the role of **Sexual Healthcare Support Worker** at Herefordshire. This is a **Zero-hour contract**with an hourly rate of **£12.08.**

**Role Summary**

Solutions4Health is an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic Sexual Healthcare Support Worker to work as part of our dynamic Integrated Sexual Health Services team in Herefordshire.

To participate, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, in the delivery of patient care to a defined client group, in accordance with the philosophy of care which enables clients to maintain their skills and maximize the potential to achieve independence. Work as part of an effective and caring team.

The postholder works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse. They will work within the boundaries of their existing and developing skills at all times. The post holder is expected to maintain high standards of care, managing their time, tasks, and resources effectively.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Under direct supervision assists with the delivery of care as described by the Registered Nurse.
- Provide patients with self-taken screening for common STIs, urinalysis and pregnancy testing - providing results to a member of the Nursing/Medical Team.
- Confidence in discussing sexual health concerns or information with patients in an approachable, non-judgemental, sex-positive manner.
- Signposting patients via the telephone and face-to-face to the most appropriate local services. Referring patients to the nurse triage service and distributing condoms and information to patients.
- Reviewing patient results and referring any positive or abnormal results to the relevant clinician for action.
- Provide Chaperoning, advocacy and support for patients attending the clinic for genital examination or treatment. Supporting the clinician in preparation of clinical areas and passing of instruments during procedures.
- Phlebotomy - obtaining venous blood sampling from patients following appropriate training and support from the Registered Nurse.
- Daily administration tasks and checks
- Printing labels/forms for clinical staff.
- Stocking the administrative supplies and the clinical room supplies
- Ensuring that the waiting room and non-clinical spaces are kept tidy and safe from hazards.
- Working in a team to work through follow-up appointments to be booked and referrals from other professionals
- Providing non-clinical information and signposting to patients who require information about local services.

**More details about the main duties and responsibilities are in the attached job description.**

**About Us**

Solutions4Health are an innovative company with a passion and a track record for tackling health inequalities. We provide a one-stop solution for commissioners accountable for outcome-focused integrated Public Health services.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits and outside work permits are not accepted as proof of a right to work in the UK.

We encourage applicants meeting the criteria for the role regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

**Benefits**

Promoting and supporting employee well-being is at the heart of our purpose which is why we offer a range of health and wellbeing support to our teams.
- Employee Assistance Programme (including 24/7 helpline access and health and wellbeing app)
- Fully funded V1 HSF Health Plan - over 35 benefits at no cost to you such as contribution to dental, optical, etc and access to Perkbox providing discounts on shopping, gym membership, travel etc.
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Annual Leave that increases with the length of service