Job summary
2 x 37.5 hours & 22.5 hours per week
Is it time for a change? Are you positive, enthusiastic and a
forward-thinking clinician who would like the chance to work in an Older
Peoples Community Mental Health Team, then please read on?
We are a specialist service that provide community mental
health for older adults living in Calderdale, West Yorkshire. Our mission is to work collaboratively with
service users living with a range of mental health conditions, including
Dementia, so to enable them to reach their full potential and live well in
their communities.
Due to service development, we
are looking to recruit Band 6 Registered
Mental Health Nurses to play a key clinical role in delivering a high
standard of care. There are three vacancies to work Monday to Friday 9am
- 5pm.
We
are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about working in an
innovative, flexible, and creative way. You need to be committed to working
collaboratively with service users, carers and other disciplines to develop a
plan of care and recovery.
We have a strong and well
established Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) who work together to deliver person
centred assessments, interventions, and support.
A full comprehensive induction will be provided and
the service places staff clinical and management supervision, appraisal,
support and professional development as a high priority.
For full job description, please see attached
supporting documents.
Main duties of the job
The role will be working with service users with severe
and enduring mental health needs and/or living with Dementia. You will need to be proficient in undertaking
initial assessments of service users, short term intervention work, triage,
making clinical decisions and working collaboratively with partner
organisations and primary care staff.
Ideally, you will have experience of working in a community mental
health service, but this is not essential as training will be provided.
A key element of the role will
be leadership, the ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload
management, including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high
clinical demand.
The base is at Laura
Mitchell Health & Wellbeing Centre, Halifax, where case management will be
held.
A
Full UK driving license and use of own car is essential.
Informal visits are encouraged and welcomed.
Interview date: February 2025.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application. (Please note this is only for full time hours)
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has
continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people
with mental health problems in the community.
Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore
CMHT.
Management
of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision
of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people
and carers.
Supervision and support of other team members.
Participation in service development and clinical
governance structures.
Assesses
needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person
and carers.
Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a
high standard is achieved.
Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and
where appropriate initiates any action.
Advises and supports the person and carers to promote
health and well-being and to prevent illness.
Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the
health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be
required.
Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication
with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and
community.
Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people
in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates
in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team
leader.
Maintains
accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct
and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by
the appropriate agency.
Participates
in the formulation of policies at unit level.
Maintains
accurate mileage records.
Manages
caseload with due economy of cost and time.
Ensures
safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered
nurses only).
Responsible
for the ordering of stock with due economy.
Produces
monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
Keeps
the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the
area of responsibility.
Supervises
students and trainees on placement.
Assists in the teaching and in-service training of
staff.
Is conversant with current trends in clinical
practice.
Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in
research and clinical audit as required.
Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the
updating of knowledge and experience.
Promotes
an understanding of mental health and well being.
Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the
Trust.
Participates in the values based induction and the
annual appraisal process.
Attends team meetings.
Supports the Trusts
commitment to a healthy work-life balance.
We are aware that an increasing number
of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job
application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated
content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting
candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your
application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Has
continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people
with mental health problems in the community.
Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore
CMHT.
Management
of own caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.
Provision
of leadership to the Core Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people
and carers.
Supervision and support of other team members.
Participation in service development and clinical
governance structures.
Assesses
needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.
Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person
and carers.
Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a
high standard is achieved.
Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and
where appropriate initiates any action.
Advises and supports the person and carers to promote
health and well-being and to prevent illness.
Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the
health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be
required.
Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication
with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and
community.
Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people
in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates
in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team
leader.
Maintains
accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct
and trust procedures and ensures records are made available when required by
the appropriate agency.
Participates
in the formulation of policies at unit level.
Maintains
accurate mileage records.
Manages
caseload with due economy of cost and time.
Ensures
safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered
nurses only).
Responsible
for the ordering of stock with due economy.
Produces
monthly statistics in line with trust directives.
Keeps
the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the
area of responsibility.
Supervises
students and trainees on placement.
Assists in the teaching and in-service training of
staff.
Is conversant with current trends in clinical
practice.
Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in
research and clinical audit as required.
Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the
updating of knowledge and experience.
Promotes
an understanding of mental health and well being.
Ensures health and safety regulations are observed.
Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the
Trust.
Participates in the values based induction and the
annual appraisal process.
Attends team meetings.
Supports the Trusts
commitment to a healthy work-life balance.
We are aware that an increasing number
of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job
application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated
content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting
candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your
application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques.
-
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on well being.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Experience of carer services and issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills.
- Risk assessment and risk management.
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration.
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration.
-
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness.
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Professional attitude.
- Leadership skills.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working within a mental health setting.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Experience of supporting/mentoring and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic techniques.
-
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
- Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
- Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals e.g. practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
- Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
Desirable
- Experience of working holistically with Adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impact on well being.
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act and Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
- Can evidence awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Ability to act up in the absence of the team leader.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Experience of carer services and issues.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills.
- Risk assessment and risk management.
- Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN Current NMC registration.
- Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current Social Work England/HCPC registration.
-
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
- Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Time management.
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, resourcefulness.
- A willingness to work flexibility to meet the needs of service users and the team including extended hours.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- Professional attitude.
- Leadership skills.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
