Job summary
We require a highly motivated individual with a genuine interest in providing evidence-based interventions for young people who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The successful applicant will be required to use sound clinical and risk assessment skills, and to complete interventions to the high standards that we pride ourselves on offering.
There is a requirement of extensive travel across the Salford footprint, and beyond if clinically required. This is a community-based role and working from home is not possible.
Main duties of the job
We are a very dedicated, highly motivated, and dynamic team. We have a true MDT approach, and our team consists of a number of different disciplines working towards common goals for our service users. We offer a range of Psychological Therapies/Psychosocial Interventions and have a comprehensive training programme across the directorate. We have regular in-house training and clinical supervision with our Clinical Psychologists.
We work very closely with service users and families, offering family interventions and therapy. We value service user involvement and encourage participation in service developments on many levels, including via our Peer Mentor system and our Service User representatives who assist us with recruitment.
We pride ourselves on maintaining a strong staff wellbeing ethos where staff are encouraged to practice self-care strategies not only to keep themselves well and happy, but also to ensure that a high quality service is consistently provided to service users and carers by staff who lead by example. We have a staff wellbeing lead, and this agenda is supported by the entire leadership team.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
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
Under line management and clinical supervision from within EIT, the post holder will maintain and co-ordinate timely and appropriate interventions for a caseload of service users living in the Salford 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 working on a rota basis as required to maintain the out of hours service that is offered by the Trust. This equates to an average of one weekend per 3 months.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Under line management and clinical supervision from within EIT, the post holder will maintain and co-ordinate timely and appropriate interventions for a caseload of service users living in the Salford 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 working on a rota basis as required to maintain the out of hours service that is offered by the Trust. This equates to an average of one weekend per 3 months.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualification in Mental Health Nursing (RMN, CPN), OR Social Work OR Occupational Therapy
- Registration with the regulatory body as applicable; NMC, HCPC, SWE
Desirable
- Evidence of robust continued professional development including training in relevant subjects.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS either within a volunteer or paid post.
- Confidence with and experience of working with risk, and an ability to respond appropriately to dynamic and static risks.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working with people with psychosis & mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualification in Mental Health Nursing (RMN, CPN), OR Social Work OR Occupational Therapy
- Registration with the regulatory body as applicable; NMC, HCPC, SWE
Desirable
- Evidence of robust continued professional development including training in relevant subjects.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in the NHS either within a volunteer or paid post.
- Confidence with and experience of working with risk, and an ability to respond appropriately to dynamic and static risks.
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of working with people with psychosis & mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety.
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).
