Job summary
The post is hosted by Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (EPUT), with clinical supervision and management provided from Community Mental Health service leads, and some management within Primary Care. The Senior Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner (SPCMHP will be aligned to a Primary Care Networks in South East Essex. The SPCMHP as a band 7 works alongside primary care colleagues to provide specialist mental health expertise and support for patients in Primary Care Networks. The SPCMHP will function as a non-medical prescriber qualification
Main duties of the job
The role will help improve the assessment, treatment, care and support available for people with mental health and will be expected to focus on building a wider understanding of mental health in primary care, the networks and relationships that will be needed, through their work with patients from across the GP practices within their Primary Care Network. In addition to working directly with patients identified by GPs and other primary care staff; will include support with the management of long term conditions where anxiety and depression can often be misunderstood as an exacerbation of symptoms; and support to colleagues through shared learning and consultancy regarding effective management of challenging cases.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be highly skilled and motivated Mental Health Practitioner and be part of the Enhanced Primary Care team, at the forefront of establishing this innovative development inPrimary Care Mental Health Services.
The post holder will be able to demonstrate the following:
Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)/Qualified Social Worker/Qualified Occupational Therapist
Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willing to undertake the training (nurse applicants)
Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Experience of working within a Mental Health setting
Ability to work under pressure and ability to contain and manage the stress of others andoneself
EPUT offer a fantastic relocation package of up to £8,000. Covering a number of expenditures for new recruits relocating from 30 miles or more from their new work base at EPUT.
If you would like more information please contact recruitment.adverts@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be highly skilled and motivated Mental Health Practitioner and be part of the Enhanced Primary Care team, at the forefront of establishing this innovative development inPrimary Care Mental Health Services.
The post holder will be able to demonstrate the following:
Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)/Qualified Social Worker/Qualified Occupational Therapist
Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification or willing to undertake the training (nurse applicants)
Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD)
Experience of working within a Mental Health setting
Ability to work under pressure and ability to contain and manage the stress of others andoneself
EPUT offer a fantastic relocation package of up to £8,000. Covering a number of expenditures for new recruits relocating from 30 miles or more from their new work base at EPUT.
If you would like more information please contact recruitment.adverts@nhs.net
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Mental Nurse at Band 6 for at least 2 years.
Desirable
- Experience of working in community mental health setting.
Essential
Essential
- Non-Medical Prescriber Qualification or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking physical health screening for mental health patients.
Essential
Essential
- Car driver, access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Mentoring of students, learners.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Registered Mental Nurse at Band 6 for at least 2 years.
Desirable
- Experience of working in community mental health setting.
Essential
Essential
- Non-Medical Prescriber Qualification or willingness to undertake.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking physical health screening for mental health patients.
Essential
Essential
- Car driver, access to a vehicle
Desirable
- Mentoring of students, learners.
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).
