Case Manager

Job summary

Changes taking place within our Early Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service, based in Norwich, have created the exciting opportunity to recruit into 3 Case Manager posts, 1 secondment for up to 6 months and 2 maternity cover, fixed term posts for 12 months.

The EIP Service look after people in the Norfolk and Waveney area experiencing a first episode of psychosis and typically work with them for up to 3 years. Our dedicated team works flexibly between 8am-6pm, Mon-Fri.

From our base in Norwich, we work collaboratively and have strong links with teams across our patch in Norfolk and throughout the system including social care.

You'll be joining a diverse team including registered nurses, peer support workers, psychologists, clinical nurse specialist and dedicated admin to name a few!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a passionate team; Don't just take our word for it, here's what our team said about working with the EIP service:

"It's a really friendly team to work in where everyone is willing to help each other" from a peer support worker

"There is a respectful nature of each other's roles and people are happy to share their skills and expertise with each other" from a Nurse

"Small, protected caseload sizes allow us to work with people holistically - we have a great social recovery and group programme" From a Clinical nurse Specialist.

Main duties of the job

Work with Service Users aged between 14 and 65, experiencing a first episode of psychosis.Duties and responsibilities include: - Management of a caseload. - Assessing individuals referred into the EI service. - Carry out risk assessments. - Work collaboratively with Service Users and support them, using a range of evidence-based interventions. - Recovery focused. - Liaise with and support carers. - Involvement in family work (BFT). - Provide psychosis education. - Complete outcome measures. - Work closely and communicate effectively with EI colleagues; other care providers and agencies. - Have knowledge of prescribed medications to SU's and potential side-effects. - Ensure Service User CPA / Section 117 meetings are planned as required and communicated. - Engage in monthly clinical and management supervision sessions. - Clinical Supervision to student OT's and Nurses. - Engage in Continued Professional Development.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Central Norfolk Early Intervention Team

7 Unthank Rd

Norwich

NR2 2PA

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Central Norfolk Early Intervention Team

7 Unthank Rd

Norwich

NR2 2PA

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

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