Job summary
37.5 hours per week
Are you looking for a new
opportunity in a diverse, positive and exciting service? Then this is the
opportunity for you to join us and be part of the C&K CAMHS Crisis Service.
We are recruiting Band 5 mental
health practitioner into our Crisis and Intensive Home-Based Treatment Team in
Calderdale and Kirklees.
The successful applicant will
have experience of working in mental health, be able to work autonomously
whilst knowing the limitations of the role and will have exemplary
record-keeping.
This dynamic position will be
exactly what you are looking for if you would thrive in a community role where
you will be part of a friendly, experienced and supportive team.
We welcome newly qualified
Nurses/social workers and OTs to apply for this role which will be focused on
social integration work and recovery-based therapy principles, care planning
and risk assessment.
This role is outreach work in
the community and so a driving licence will be essential.
In addition to all SWYFT / NHS
benefits, we offer a supportive induction, supervision, development/training
and flexible working within the service where the leadership team are
approachable, robust and experienced.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
For full job description, please see attached supporting
documents.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work
shifts between the hours of 9am and 8pm, seven days a week, 365 days a year,
under the supervision of a CAMHS Crisis Team Shift Co-Ordinator worker and will
have Clinical Supervision provided by an experienced clincian.
The primary role is supporting
children, young people and their families, who are open to CAMHS and require
intensive support in the community to reach their full potential.
The role also involves
liaising with other professionals, handing over, assessing young people
including care planning and risk assessment.
Using Goal Based Outcomes to
monitor young peoples journey through CAMHS with in a discharge-focused,
collaborative approach, is vital to this role.
The post holder will use
therapeutic engagement skills to inspire young people to maintain their life
skills, education and physical activity to aid recovery to ensure children and
young people continue to be integrated in the community.
Forming and maintaining
professional relationships is a key part of the role.
We welcome applicants who are:
Resilient, work safely under pressure, can prioritise clinical tasks and who
can engage and motivate young people to participate in activities.
Knowledge of the following
legislation is required: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity.
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.
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
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers,
planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address
identified needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered
e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Promote
the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of children and young 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.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care
programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise
and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range
of emotional and mental health needs.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children
and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in
the in hours Single point of Access rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody,
transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if
appropriate to qualification and / or role ).
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
The post holder will be responsible and
accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled
interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a
defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of Specialist CAMHS.
To work
as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing
comprehensive assessment of children, young people and their carers,
planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address
identified needs.
To have
knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative
framework and systems in which childrens mental health care is delivered
e.g. Children Act, Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach.
To
contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure
and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance
outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Promote
the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to
the care of children and young 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.
To be competent in all aspects of care and
risk management as defined within appropriate frameworks such as the care
programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients,
carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimise
and maintain the holistic needs of children and young people with a range
of emotional and mental health needs.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of children
and young people in accordance with the service Operational Policy and participates in
the in hours Single point of Access rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate
commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional
development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody,
transportation and administration of any medicines including I.M. preparations.(if
appropriate to qualification and / or role ).
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
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
- Skills and Knowledge working.
- holistically with children and young people.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
- 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.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.
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).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
- Expected to work towards practice educator.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Person Specification
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- Ability to travel around the Trust as appropriate to the role.
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
- Skills and Knowledge working.
- holistically with children and young people.
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people / children and young people experiencing mental health problems.
- 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.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students/trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with children and young people with an emphasis on a holistic assessment of emotional and mental health needs alongside coexisting physical and environmental factors that impacts on wellbeing.
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).
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Mentorship Qualification or equivalent.
- Expected to work towards practice educator.
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
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).
