Job summary
We are looking for qualified experienced staff to come and work in Psychiatric Liaison team in Cumbria. We can provide a flexible environment and have the facility to be able to provide a flexible working pattern over 24/7. This role will also provide support to the community hospitals
You will be providing mental health support to the hospitals, you will be able to offer mental health and social needs assessment, have an excellent understanding of mental health across all the pathways.
You will be able to develop meaningful relationships with other professionals such as A&E staff, Police, and adult social care to provide a holistic response to individuals mental health needs.
Main duties of the job
You will manage all aspects of mental health care to provide support and advice to families, patients and professionals around mental health. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team providing support.
You will be providing mental health support within the community hospitals. Be able to manage your own time and have the ability to travel throughout Cumbria.
As an experienced practitioner we will offer you regular supervision, management and clinical. We will offer opportunities for continued professional development. We also encourage our staff in the continued development of the service.
You will have skills in the assessment of all mental health issues that can arise out of normal working hours as the service is available 24/7. You will be skilled in decision making and confident in your own abilities as a practitioner.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 5th November 2024
Closing date : 25th November 2024
We welcome your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 5th November 2024
Closing date : 25th November 2024
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education Qualification
Essential
- Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
- Mentor training
- Evidence of post -registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions/skills relevant to the post.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post
- Training in CPA, Safeguarding, MAPPA and child protection.
- Up to date knowledege/experence of relevant legislation.
Desirable
- experience working with patients with older age needs.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Oroven ability to carry out provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Risk assessment and risk management/ safety planning skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective and appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills. (self and others)
Role/Team spercific
Essential
- Able to maintain professional development
- Good, effective communication skills
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team.
- have a current driving license and the ability to travel between hospital sites.
Person Specification
Education Qualification
Essential
- Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
- Mentor training
- Evidence of post -registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions/skills relevant to the post.
- Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post
- Training in CPA, Safeguarding, MAPPA and child protection.
- Up to date knowledege/experence of relevant legislation.
Desirable
- experience working with patients with older age needs.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives.
- 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.
Skills and Competencies
Essential
- Oroven ability to carry out provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Risk assessment and risk management/ safety planning skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective and appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills. (self and others)
Role/Team spercific
Essential
- Able to maintain professional development
- Good, effective communication skills
- Ability to work in a multi disciplinary team.
- have a current driving license and the ability to travel between hospital sites.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
