Job summary
You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for young people with serious mental health issues and / or complex emotional / behavioural difficulties in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. You will supervise the work of junior staff, ensuring the highest possible standard of care in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation. You will participate in clinical supervision and have an active role in the development of the multi-disciplinary team, including participation in the education programmes of students and others.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and therapeutic interventions for young people that will assist in recovery and rehabilitation and develop daily living skills.
o To receive and provide clinical supervision.
o To supervise, monitor and support unqualified staff within the unit and ensure their compliance with policy.
o To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisions regarding young people within the unit.
o To promote and facilitate involvement of young people in their care.
o To manage caseloads effectively, making the best use of time and resources and ensure that any unresolved issues for young people and their families/carers are identified and referred to the appropriate personnel.
o To act as a positive role model for young people in the unit and support them to achieve their full potential.
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
- Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
- Access to Continued Professional Development
- Involvement in improvement and research activities
- Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
- Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Job description
Job responsibilities
To develop and ensure evidence and research based practice in own work with young people and their families.
To maintain clinical skills in accordance with best practice guidance.
To contribute to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment for young people.
To contribute to staff development by undertaking the role of mentor or associate mentor to student nurses as directed by the ward manager.
As part of a team maintain a safe environment for clients, staff and visitors.
To keep accurate and timely professional records of care and ensure their compliance with policy. Including electronic record keeping systems.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To develop and ensure evidence and research based practice in own work with young people and their families.
To maintain clinical skills in accordance with best practice guidance.
To contribute to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment for young people.
To contribute to staff development by undertaking the role of mentor or associate mentor to student nurses as directed by the ward manager.
As part of a team maintain a safe environment for clients, staff and visitors.
To keep accurate and timely professional records of care and ensure their compliance with policy. Including electronic record keeping systems.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RMN
- Evidence of professional registration
- Evidence of CPD
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within mental health service
- Experience of working with young people
Desirable
- Experience of working within HYM (previously CAMHS).
- Experience of working within HYM (previously CAMHS) or Adult in patient services.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues in young people.
- Knowledge of legislation and National policies in relation to mental health issues in young people.
- Child protection knowledge and implemented in practice
- Knowledge of CPA processes.
Desirable
- Good working Knowledge of Mental Health Act
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care programmes for young people with complex emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
- Ability to observe, listen and communicate effectively, verbally and non-verbally with young people and their families.
- Insight into clients' perceptions and ability to empathise
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to plan work of self and others.
- Ability to recognise own limits and seek appropriate support.
- Ability to recognise own attitudes towards offending / challenging behaviours.
- Flexible and innovative
Desirable
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Desirable
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- RMN
- Evidence of professional registration
- Evidence of CPD
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within mental health service
- Experience of working with young people
Desirable
- Experience of working within HYM (previously CAMHS).
- Experience of working within HYM (previously CAMHS) or Adult in patient services.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues in young people.
- Knowledge of legislation and National policies in relation to mental health issues in young people.
- Child protection knowledge and implemented in practice
- Knowledge of CPA processes.
Desirable
- Good working Knowledge of Mental Health Act
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care programmes for young people with complex emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
- Ability to observe, listen and communicate effectively, verbally and non-verbally with young people and their families.
- Insight into clients' perceptions and ability to empathise
- Effective communication skills.
- Ability to plan work of self and others.
- Ability to recognise own limits and seek appropriate support.
- Ability to recognise own attitudes towards offending / challenging behaviours.
- Flexible and innovative
Desirable
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
- Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
- Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.
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.
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).
