Job summary
PLEASE NOTE THAT PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO APPLY.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse to join our specialist Early Intervention in Psychosis Team for people experiencing a first episode of psychosis as a CPA Care Coordinator.
You will be joining a client centred, dynamic and friendly multi-disciplinary team, who prides themselves on delivering high quality, evidence-based interventions for those experiencing first episode psychosis.
The purpose of the role is to reduce the stigma associated with psychosis, provide an early intervention to reduce the length of time that people remain undiagnosed and untreated and to offer support and guidance throughout the persons recovery journey.
Main duties of the job
Under line management and clinical supervision from within EIT, the post holder will maintain and co-ordinate timely and appropriate interventions through mental health nursing, for a caseload of service users living in the Bolton area. The post holder will work within the framework of CPA, and in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within the EIT Operational Procedure.The post holder will be required to work the core hours of 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday, but flexible working will be required to meet service need. There is an expectation that the successful applicant will undertake weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis as required to maintain the out of hours service that is offered by the Trust.
The post holder will be required to work the core hours of 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday, but flexible working will be required to meet service need. There is an expectation that the successful applicant will undertake weekend and bank holiday working on a rota basis as required to maintain the out of hours service that is offered by the Trust.
Previous applicants do not need to apply.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the role and main responsibilities are included within the Job description uploaded and attached to the advert.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
Full details of the role and main responsibilities are included within the Job description uploaded and attached to the advert.
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional qualification in Mental Health Nursing - RMN
- Registration with the regulatory body NMC.
- Willingness to participate in own continuing professional development within this specialist field
Desirable
- Post registration qualification relating to dual diagnosis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in the application of the Care Programme Approach.
- Effectively manage own caseload.
- Ability to act as a care Coordinator under the CPA framework.
- Ability to establish good working relationships with a range of providers including GP's.
- Ability to participate in Clinical Supervision, both as Supervisee and Supervisor
- Maintain confidential case records.
- Participate in multi-agency clinical meetings.
- Involvement in Service development.
Desirable
- Ability to conduct first line assessments for individuals newly referred into the service, utilizing a biopsychosocial framework
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of the Care Programme Approach and Mental Health Act including the needs and rights of Carers.
- Good Knowledge and application of Risk Management.
- Good knowledge of Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
- Proven knowledge of looking after social and health care needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Clinical and Social care Governance standards.
- Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to enduring mental health issues and substance misuse.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NICE Guidelines in relation to First Episode Psychosis
Trust Mandatory Requirements
Essential
- Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures
- Understand the Trusts Strategic Goals and how they can support them
- Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults
- Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles
- Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date
- Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and other persons contribute to the control of risk and to report any incident, accident or near miss
- Protect service users, visitors and employees against the risk of acquiring health care associated infections
- Take responsibility for own learning and development
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a requirement to travel mainly within the Bolton area and an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered professional qualification in Mental Health Nursing - RMN
- Registration with the regulatory body NMC.
- Willingness to participate in own continuing professional development within this specialist field
Desirable
- Post registration qualification relating to dual diagnosis.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience in the application of the Care Programme Approach.
- Effectively manage own caseload.
- Ability to act as a care Coordinator under the CPA framework.
- Ability to establish good working relationships with a range of providers including GP's.
- Ability to participate in Clinical Supervision, both as Supervisee and Supervisor
- Maintain confidential case records.
- Participate in multi-agency clinical meetings.
- Involvement in Service development.
Desirable
- Ability to conduct first line assessments for individuals newly referred into the service, utilizing a biopsychosocial framework
Knowledge
Essential
- Full understanding of the Care Programme Approach and Mental Health Act including the needs and rights of Carers.
- Good Knowledge and application of Risk Management.
- Good knowledge of Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
- Proven knowledge of looking after social and health care needs.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Clinical and Social care Governance standards.
- Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to enduring mental health issues and substance misuse.
- Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of NICE Guidelines in relation to First Episode Psychosis
Trust Mandatory Requirements
Essential
- Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures
- Understand the Trusts Strategic Goals and how they can support them
- Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults
- Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles
- Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date
- Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and other persons contribute to the control of risk and to report any incident, accident or near miss
- Protect service users, visitors and employees against the risk of acquiring health care associated infections
- Take responsibility for own learning and development
Other Requirements
Essential
- There is a requirement to travel mainly within the Bolton area and an occasional requirement to travel across the wide footprint of the Trust to attend meetings and events relevant to the role.
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).
