Job summary
The post holder will work as a member of a multidisciplinary within the Adult Community Mental Health Teams, providing a service to clients experiencing mental health symptoms of a serious and enduring nature.
To be responsible as the Lead Professional for reviewing, planning and implementing evidence-based care. You will be responsible for the running, management and supervision of groups as well as supporting staff in the pathway.
To be responsible for managing the waiting lists within the group pathway
To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team.
To act as a role model and resource for junior/less experienced staff.
Main duties of the job
Applicants must demonstrate a flexible approach, evolving around the needs of service users, their families and significant others. The role involves working as a team member, with the responsibility of a caseload across traditional boundaries of Adult and the voluntary sector services specifically for those engaging in the therapeutic Group Pathway; responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of the evidence-based care, and responsible for the facilitation, management and supervision of groups as well as supporting staff in the pathway.
The service ethos is focused on recovery and social inclusion and therefore offers successful applicants an exciting and demanding opportunity to improve people's lives.
We are looking for an enthusiastic person with excellent team working skills, who is keen to develop their knowledge and skills in this area. You should be a competent and motivated practitioner with appropriate demonstrable experience.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Professional (Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Nurse / Learning Disability Nurse / Social Worker) ?Post graduate continued professional development
- To be a member of a professional body and to abide by their code of conduct and RDaSH trust policies and procedures
Desirable
- Additional post graduate relevant qualifications
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of appropriate and relevant frameworks, legislation and policy.
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information and complete high level risk assessment and care planning.
- Care and assessment of people with mental health problems.
- Interventions, treatment approaches and evidence based practice in the care of people with mental illness.
Desirable
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- Ability to develop individuals and teams to meet high service standards.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Professional (Occupational Therapist / Mental Health Nurse / Learning Disability Nurse / Social Worker) ?Post graduate continued professional development
- To be a member of a professional body and to abide by their code of conduct and RDaSH trust policies and procedures
Desirable
- Additional post graduate relevant qualifications
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of appropriate and relevant frameworks, legislation and policy.
- Ability to organise and respond efficiently to complex information and complete high level risk assessment and care planning.
- Care and assessment of people with mental health problems.
- Interventions, treatment approaches and evidence based practice in the care of people with mental illness.
Desirable
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own performance.
- Ability to develop individuals and teams to meet high service standards.
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).
