Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well-motivated, forward-thinking Community Associate Practitioner to work as part of our team - We work with young people with moderate to severe mental health problems living in the Middlesbrough area.
We are an experienced team who will support the successful applicant to develop their skills within this area of practice.
Main duties of the job
The team is multi-disciplinary and provides mental health assessments, treatment and interventions for young people suffering from moderate to severe complex emotional, behavioural and psychological issues resulting in mental health problems.
Experience of working clinically within Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental needs is essential.
If you enjoy working within a team who is passionate about children and young people's mental health, enjoy a challenge and have a flexible approach, then we would like to hear from you. You will work as part of a team but will need to be confident in your own clinical decision making skills. You will work with a range of professionals from a variety of different agencies including social care, schools, acute care and a range of community and voluntary sector partners.
The successful individual will need a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care and Literacy and Numeracy Level 2 or equivalent to be recruited into this position on Band 4.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an associate Practitioners you will co-work alongside the CAMHs clinicians to complete assessments and deliver interventions for those young people assessing support from Middlesbrough CAMHs Getting more help team or those under assessment for ADHD.
You will manage a small caseload, however regular clinical supervision will be in place to help manage risk and ensure you feel fully supported within your role.
Additional training will be offered as required.
The role can be demanding but also highly rewarding so you will need to be someone who is motivated, resilient and passionate about working with this client group.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an associate Practitioners you will co-work alongside the CAMHs clinicians to complete assessments and deliver interventions for those young people assessing support from Middlesbrough CAMHs Getting more help team or those under assessment for ADHD.
You will manage a small caseload, however regular clinical supervision will be in place to help manage risk and ensure you feel fully supported within your role.
Additional training will be offered as required.
The role can be demanding but also highly rewarding so you will need to be someone who is motivated, resilient and passionate about working with this client group.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community mental health team
- Experience of working with children and young people and their families.
- Experience of 1:1 working.
- Experience of delivery group intervention.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation, The Care Act 2014
- Evidence based knowledge of best practice in caring for children and young people with enduring/ complex mental health difficulties
- Willing to undertake learning in specific areas which are relevant to the role e.g. challenging behaviour, personality disorders, psychosis.
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic models such as CBT, DBT and incredible years.
Skills
Essential
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to address and resolve conflict
- Ability to influence positive change for patients, carers and within Organisation
- Recovery focused
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent.
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs or learning disabilities.
- Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in the community mental health team
- Experience of working with children and young people and their families.
- Experience of 1:1 working.
- Experience of delivery group intervention.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of legal frameworks including Mental Health legislation, The Care Act 2014
- Evidence based knowledge of best practice in caring for children and young people with enduring/ complex mental health difficulties
- Willing to undertake learning in specific areas which are relevant to the role e.g. challenging behaviour, personality disorders, psychosis.
Desirable
- Knowledge of therapeutic models such as CBT, DBT and incredible years.
Skills
Essential
- Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
- Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to address and resolve conflict
- Ability to influence positive change for patients, carers and within Organisation
- Recovery focused
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).
Additional information
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Rosewood Centre, Acklam Road Hospital
Acklam Road
Middlesbrough
TS5 4EE
Employer's website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
