Job summary
37.5 hours/week- Monday to Friday
Primary location - Hope Court Grimsby
Alternative locations - Slow Stream accommodation, Hub & Spoke properties, Brocklesby Lodge, Community
The
Community Rehabilitation Team promotes person-centred care with the objective
of supporting individuals to reach their full potential and to achieve the
greatest level of independence relative to their needs and circumstances. The Senior Rehabilitation Practitioner requires a
candidate who can demonstrate compassion, kindness and resilience, as well as applying
their previous experience of effectively working with individuals with a
diagnosis of an SMI, they will be responsible for the care co-ordination and
risk management of individuals throughout the rehabilitation pathway as well as
providing 1:1 and group interventions to the rehab pathway. The successful
candidate will role-model not only to the individuals using the service, but to
junior staff members in order to progress with their development and improve
their practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a successful
multi-disciplinary team that continues to make a difference to the lives of
others.
Main duties of the job
To
supervise and coordinate the clinical care of a defined caseload.
Assess,
plan, implement and evaluate care to provide appropriate interventions to meeting
individual need.
To
assist in providing professional leadership, guidance and advice to junior team
members and other members of primary and specialist services.
To
maintain and enhance close professional working relationships with referring
agencies and colleagues from other disciplines and the voluntary sector,
offering professional guidance and advice in relation to Mental Health issues.
To
deputise for the Team Manager, Clinical Lead, in their absence and represent
the team / service as required.
To
provide specific interventions to the rehabilitation service individuals via
group and 1:1 work.
To
commission services under the Care Act 2014 when and individual is assessed as
requiring these
To support individuals under legal frameworks such as Mental Health Act,
Mental Capacity Act
About us
NAViGO Health and Social Care CIC provide health and social care services to a population of 158,000. We are a progressive and ambitious organisation that aims to support those living with a mental health illness, their carers and families in the simplest and most effective ways. We are different because we know working with the same methods doesnt work forever; and we will continue to challenge the way we do things to create the best services that are centred on the people who use them.
This social enterprise is about working together with local people to create services that are owned by the community, supported by it and loyal to it. Its challenging , its exciting and we want like-minded people to join us. If you think thats you, take a look at the job specification
Working together across Humber, Coast and Vale
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage
a caseload utilising patient centred assessment, planning and implementation of
care plans.
Evaluate
care plans and outcomes including active participation in regular clinical
audit.
Complete
Risk management plans and assessment as required
Liaise
with other members of the multi-disciplinary team thereby maintaining and
enhancing close professional working relationships.
Participate
in regular clinical supervision in accordance with the Navigo Policy for both
clinical and managerial aspects of their work.
To
record and maintain all professional, clinical information of patient care
needs in a confidential manner.
To
work within the guidelines for Professional Practice / Navigo Policy.
Carry
out the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983, Care Act 2014 and the
Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Adhere
to local policy regarding storage, carriage and administration (nurses only) of
prescribed medication.
Keep
abreast of professional development and updating requirements.
To
actively link in with the Primary Healthcare Team, the Multi-Disciplinary Team
and Care Programme Approach reviews.
To
work with individuals and families at a variety of venues including clients
houses, hospital bases, GP surgeries etc.
Participate
in the service duty system as required.
To act
as Care Coordinator under the Care Programme Approach
Acts
as an Approved Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Practitioner if qualified
to do so.
Undertake
specific related tasks commensurate with professional background
Act as
a Best Interest Assessor if qualified to do so.
Carry out duties specific to your profession based on your professional
guidance/codes of practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Manage
a caseload utilising patient centred assessment, planning and implementation of
care plans.
Evaluate
care plans and outcomes including active participation in regular clinical
audit.
Complete
Risk management plans and assessment as required
Liaise
with other members of the multi-disciplinary team thereby maintaining and
enhancing close professional working relationships.
Participate
in regular clinical supervision in accordance with the Navigo Policy for both
clinical and managerial aspects of their work.
To
record and maintain all professional, clinical information of patient care
needs in a confidential manner.
To
work within the guidelines for Professional Practice / Navigo Policy.
Carry
out the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983, Care Act 2014 and the
Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Adhere
to local policy regarding storage, carriage and administration (nurses only) of
prescribed medication.
Keep
abreast of professional development and updating requirements.
To
actively link in with the Primary Healthcare Team, the Multi-Disciplinary Team
and Care Programme Approach reviews.
To
work with individuals and families at a variety of venues including clients
houses, hospital bases, GP surgeries etc.
Participate
in the service duty system as required.
To act
as Care Coordinator under the Care Programme Approach
Acts
as an Approved Social Worker/Approved Mental Health Practitioner if qualified
to do so.
Undertake
specific related tasks commensurate with professional background
Act as
a Best Interest Assessor if qualified to do so.
Carry out duties specific to your profession based on your professional
guidance/codes of practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional qualification (Registered Nurse/OT/SW)
- Post basic education/training in Mental Health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of psycho-social interventions.
- Evidence based practice.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a community mental health environment.
- Minimum of 2 years experience at Band 5 level in mental health.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an individual therapeutic environment.
- Experience of working in a team setting
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to write clear concise records and reports.
- Good communication, organisational and administration skills.
- Supervision & Leadership skills
- Knowledge of Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and related policies. (Including safe working)
- IT skills.
- Understanding and knowledge of mental health rehabilitation and model of recovery
Desirable
- Ability to represent Department in other professional arenas including multi-disciplinary meetings.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Additional direct experience or academic study relating to mental health issues.
- Knowledge of organisation/procedures/functions.
- Knowledge of early intervention in psychosis.
- BIA Assessor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/patient group.
- Undergo future training
- Dress appropriate to occasion
- Able to drive or otherwise transport self conveniently across the district/area in accordance with the need of the task.
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional qualification (Registered Nurse/OT/SW)
- Post basic education/training in Mental Health.
Desirable
- Knowledge of psycho-social interventions.
- Evidence based practice.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a community mental health environment.
- Minimum of 2 years experience at Band 5 level in mental health.
Desirable
- Experience of working in an individual therapeutic environment.
- Experience of working in a team setting
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to write clear concise records and reports.
- Good communication, organisational and administration skills.
- Supervision & Leadership skills
- Knowledge of Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and related policies. (Including safe working)
- IT skills.
- Understanding and knowledge of mental health rehabilitation and model of recovery
Desirable
- Ability to represent Department in other professional arenas including multi-disciplinary meetings.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Additional direct experience or academic study relating to mental health issues.
- Knowledge of organisation/procedures/functions.
- Knowledge of early intervention in psychosis.
- BIA Assessor
Additional Criteria
Essential
- To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service/patient group.
- Undergo future training
- Dress appropriate to occasion
- Able to drive or otherwise transport self conveniently across the district/area in accordance with the need of the task.
Desirable
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
