Job summary
A new & exciting service - Mental
Health Support Teams in Schools
Success with implementation in
2020, has led to expansion
The service is across H & W schools
to provide early help for CYP ages 5-18 experiencing MH problems
We offer evidence-based low
intensity CBT interventions
We are supportive, share knowledge,
learn from our experiences, have attractive training packages, making the work
place a good place to be
Service is Mon-Fri 9-5, multi
professional working
The role is in our South
Worcestershire Rurals Team, includes the Rurals, Worcester city & Droitwich
Core to this, is clinical
supervision provided to our EMHP workforce
Successful candidates will
undertake the EMHP supervisory course at the University of Exeter, UoE (virtual
course)
Training based on course
availability with UoE (January or September 2023)
Is this
role right for you? Contact the Recruiting Manager which can be found on the
top right of the advert
This post has been deemed by the Trust as eligible for
relocation expenses for suitable successful candidate
Main duties of the job
Administrative
Contemporaneous clinical
record keeping.
Managerial
Clinical supervision
(case management) for band 4/5.
Design & deliver
clinical skills sessions increasing the knowledge base of band 4 & 5 staff.
Under the direction
of the Operational & Clinical Lead be accountable and responsible manage a defined
caseload of patients
Participate in MDT
working & Service Development
Individual
assessment, risk assessment & care plan
CBT low intensity
format also delivering, consultation, whole school approach, group work for
pupils & parents.
Deliver consultation
advice to education partners including signposting and referral to other
services
Advocate for CYP in a
variety of forums.
Audit related to
service improvement.
Promote knowledge of
mental health & the prevention of mental ill health with children and
members of the general public, both formally and informally.
Foster close working
relationships
Actively participate
in regular clinical & safeguarding supervision sessions.
About us
We are community hospitals, neighbourhood teams and community health services across Worcestershire and the provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We work in partnership with other organisations to keep our community well at home for as long as possible.
We provide services for people of all ages, across a range of settings, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions.
We have an open and supportive culture, recognised by the CQC and other external regulators. We want you to thrive, offering you every opportunity to develop. We will support you; help you fulfil your ambitions with a varied and flexible training programme; and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We endeavour to offer an attractive work-life balance, with flexibility in our approach to help you get the most out of your career.
We provide our staff with direct access to a wealth of resources to support their wellbeing, from our Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, to wellbeing festivals or access to free online exercise classes.
At the core of our values, we are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights. We take every opportunity to strengthen our approach to equality and diversity in delivering best patient care and the employment of our staff.
We would encourage you to visit the Trusts Recruitment Microsite, click the Employer Website link.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain
the highest standards.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves
and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Work in partnership with Educational Settings &
Partners to improve the outcomes for CYP 5-18 years of age.
Be a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team & will carry
continuing responsibility for the assessment, treatment & management of a
defined caseload.
Use their initiative & take responsibility for
themselves & the quality of their work and the service they provide to
patients.
Provide a high quality, community (school) based service to
the children & families within a MDT working within the Wellbeing and
Emotional Support Teams. This is a developing service and there maybe
opportunities to work in different teams as the service transforms.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain
the highest standards.
Use their initiative and take responsibility for themselves
and the quality of their work and the service they provide to patients.
Work in partnership with Educational Settings &
Partners to improve the outcomes for CYP 5-18 years of age.
Be a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team & will carry
continuing responsibility for the assessment, treatment & management of a
defined caseload.
Use their initiative & take responsibility for
themselves & the quality of their work and the service they provide to
patients.
Provide a high quality, community (school) based service to
the children & families within a MDT working within the Wellbeing and
Emotional Support Teams. This is a developing service and there maybe
opportunities to work in different teams as the service transforms.
For full details of the duties and criteria
for the role please refer to the job description and person specification
attached.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience in mental health care including mental health assessment and risk assessment
- Use of therapeutic interventions within mental health settings i.e. 1:1, counselling, family therapy and group work
Desirable
- Working with children and young people
- Supervising less experienced members of staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Occupational Therapist/Social Worker or Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner or Education Mental Health Practitioner qualification with 2 years post qualification experience
Desirable
- Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, substance misuse
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of health services
- Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services
- Experience in the delivery of evidence-based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
- Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- Experience of delivering training and developing others
- Experience of Providing mentorship
- Experience of leadership or line management responsibilities
- Experience of working in an educational environment
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Basic IT competency
- Able to drive with a full driving licence and have access to vehicle to meet the travel requirements
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
- Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Extensive post registration experience in mental health care including mental health assessment and risk assessment
- Use of therapeutic interventions within mental health settings i.e. 1:1, counselling, family therapy and group work
Desirable
- Working with children and young people
- Supervising less experienced members of staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Occupational Therapist/Social Worker or Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner or Education Mental Health Practitioner qualification with 2 years post qualification experience
Desirable
- Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, substance misuse
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of health services
- Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services
- Experience in the delivery of evidence-based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
- Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
- Experience of delivering training and developing others
- Experience of Providing mentorship
- Experience of leadership or line management responsibilities
- Experience of working in an educational environment
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Basic IT competency
- Able to drive with a full driving licence and have access to vehicle to meet the travel requirements
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
- Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post
Additional information
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).