Job summary
The Wellbeing clinic based at both the Apple Unit, St. Ann's Hospital, St. Ann's Road. Haringey. London. N15 3TH. We are looking for a Band 6, permanent member of staff to come and work with our dynamic Team. We are working to improve the Physical Health for our clients who are suffering from an Enduring Mental Health. We are seeking candidates who are innovate to improve our outcomes.
The post is 37.5 hrs per week, home visits are essential for this role. A car driver is desirable for this role.
Interview date will be 05th May 2022.
Main duties of the job
To provide effective care and specialist advice for people with psychosis and complex mental health needs and their carers, in order to support their wellbeing and recovery.
To administer Depots and take blood (if trained) from clients that attend the clinic, to have a knowledge of the medications and why they are being administered. Phlebotomy training can be provided if necessary.
To liaise with other agencies regarding the ongoing care of patients that are attending the clinic.
Provide formal, on-going clinical supervision and caseload management supervision to junior and less experienced community mental health staff, as directed.
Consider the physical healthcare needs of Service users and undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, weight and height, and report exceptions as appropriate.
To support students in their learning on the Unit.
To work closely with the Team Doctors and attend review meetings.
About us
Mental Health and the support the NHS provides has never been as important. Barnet Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust is a multiple award-winning, combined mental health and community Trust providing local and regional services to over 1 million people in North London, as well as national mental health services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide effective care and specialist advice for people with psychosis and complex mental health needs and their carers, in order to support their wellbeing and recovery.
To administer Depots and take blood (if trained) from clients that attend the clinic, to have a knowledge of the medications and why they are being administered. Phlebotomy training can be provided if necessary
To liaise with other agencies regarding the ongoing care of patients that are attending the clinic.
Provide formal, on-going clinical supervision and caseload management supervision to junior and less experienced community mental health staff, as directed.
Consider the physical healthcare needs of Service users and undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, weight and height, and report exceptions as appropriate.
To support students in their learning on the Unit.
To work closely with the Team Doctors and attend review meetings.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide effective care and specialist advice for people with psychosis and complex mental health needs and their carers, in order to support their wellbeing and recovery.
To administer Depots and take blood (if trained) from clients that attend the clinic, to have a knowledge of the medications and why they are being administered. Phlebotomy training can be provided if necessary
To liaise with other agencies regarding the ongoing care of patients that are attending the clinic.
Provide formal, on-going clinical supervision and caseload management supervision to junior and less experienced community mental health staff, as directed.
Consider the physical healthcare needs of Service users and undertake prescribed physical observations as follows: blood pressure, temperature, respirations, blood sugars, weight and height, and report exceptions as appropriate.
To support students in their learning on the Unit.
To work closely with the Team Doctors and attend review meetings.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse.
- Recognised training in teaching/mentorship/supervision or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification. ENB998
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in Psychosocial Interventions with people with severe and enduring mental health problems.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Significant years post-registration experience, at least one of which will be working with people with severe and complex mental health problems.
- Demonstrable experience and knowledge of exercising clinical responsibility for patients' care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified practitioner and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan and under supervision.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, training and/or mentoring.
- Experience of working within a multicultural framework.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to manage own stress and work in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
- Ability to work under pressure in acute situations with minimal supervision.
Desirable
- Ability to implement clinical and line management supervision.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- To be able to tolerate and have an interest in thinking about team dynamics.
- Demonstrating a positive "can do" attitude and a positive attitude to change.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Ability to lone work by carrying out home visits
- Ability to work occasional flexible hours.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse.
- Recognised training in teaching/mentorship/supervision or equivalent teaching and assessing qualification. ENB998
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in Psychosocial Interventions with people with severe and enduring mental health problems.
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Significant years post-registration experience, at least one of which will be working with people with severe and complex mental health problems.
- Demonstrable experience and knowledge of exercising clinical responsibility for patients' care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified practitioner and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan and under supervision.
Desirable
- Experience of teaching, training and/or mentoring.
- Experience of working within a multicultural framework.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Ability to manage own stress and work in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
- Ability to work under pressure in acute situations with minimal supervision.
Desirable
- Ability to implement clinical and line management supervision.
PERSONAL QUALITIES
Essential
- To be able to tolerate and have an interest in thinking about team dynamics.
- Demonstrating a positive "can do" attitude and a positive attitude to change.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Ability to lone work by carrying out home visits
- Ability to work occasional flexible hours.
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).
