Job summary
Options for Care
is seeking to recruit exceptional Mental Health Nurses or suitably
experienced Learning Disability Nurses who share a genuine passion for
helping individuals with severe and enduring mental health diagnoses. The
successful candidate will work with our new mental health inpatient unit at Stanford
Court based in Highgate, Birmingham.
Our two
established hospitals, Montague Court and Dartmouth House, have successfully
supported the needs of individuals with mental health diagnoses. We also have
Orchard House, our recovery home, which provides a safe and supportive
environment for individuals on their journey to mental health recovery.
Furthermore, we eagerly anticipate the opening of Stanford Court, which is set
to occur later this year.
- Dartmouth House is a 16-bed male long-term
complex care mental health inpatient unit based in Handsworth Wood, Birmingham.
- Montague Court is an 18-bed male long-term
complex care mental health inpatient unit based in Edgbaston, Birmingham.
- Stanford Court will be a 23-bed male mental health inpatient unit based in
Highgate, Birmingham. This will consist of 19-bed enhanced care service and
four self-contained recovery flats to enable assessment of daily living skills
in preparation for discharge.
- Orchard House is an 8-bed residential
step-down service based in Erdington, Birmingham, which allows extension of the
long-term complex care pathway.
Main duties of the job
At Options for Care, we understand the importance of
delivering tailored and holistic support to our service users. Our dedicated
team is committed to providing relationship-centred interventions that are
grounded in evidence-based practices. We strongly believe that our approach
helps individuals lead fulfilling lives and attain their personal objectives.
To ensure that we consistently meet our service users' needs, we use recognised
assessment tools to track outcomes and make adjustments as needed. Our goal is
to empower our service users to live in the least restrictive setting feasible
while maintaining their dignity and independence.
In the capacity of a Mental Health Nurse, your primary
responsibility will be to provide person-centred care to individuals seeking
support on their journey towards community integration. Our care pathway is
consistently evolving, and as such, we utilise the most effective outcome
measures and assessment tools available. Your role will involve providing
quality, evidence-based nursing advice, support, and care to individuals with
complex, severe, and enduring mental health needs, as well as their caregivers,
in a multidisciplinary setting.
About us
At Options for Care, we recognise the immense value of our
team members. Our staff is the foundation of our success, and we appreciate
their exceptional dedication to our clients. We prioritise employee development
and are committed to supporting our staff in every stage of their career
journey. Our workplace is warm and welcoming, with necessary assistance and
supervision to ensure a positive work environment.
Our comprehensive staff health benefits package further
demonstrates our commitment to the well-being of our staff. Our commitment to
staff well-being is further evidenced by our individual well-being risk
assessments, which are utilised to create personalised support plans for each
employee. We take all necessary steps to ensure that our staff are well taken
care of, both professionally and personally.
At Options for Care, we pride ourselves on creating a safe
and healthy work environment that promotes staff productivity and longevity.
That is why we offer competitive compensation, including an annual cost of
living pay increase for all our staff members, in addition to an incremental
pay system tied to our appraisal process, which is our way of showing gratitude
for their exceptional dedication to our service users. This incremental pay
pathway includes the first pay rise following the successful completion of a
six-month probation period, ensuring that our staff are rewarded for their hard
work and commitment to quality care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Options for Care provides mental health recovery services in Birmingham. Our primary objective is to empower service users and help them realise their full potential through progressive improvements in their quality of life and a steady progression towards recovery, culminating in successful discharge. We are proud to share our unwavering commitment to our mission, vision, and values.
Mission
Vision
- We offer best-practice interventions to enable personal recovery and well-being.
Values
- The individual is at the heart of everything we do.
- We inspire, stimulate and empower people to achieve and grow through compassionate, supportive and protective relationships.
- We deliver and continuously evaluate high-quality service whilst respecting differences, promoting dignity and supporting the privacy of others.
In the capacity of a Mental Health Nurse, your primary responsibility will be to provide person-centred care to individuals seeking support on their journey towards community integration. Our care pathway is consistently evolving, and as such, we utilise the most effective outcome measures and assessment tools available. Your role will involve providing quality, evidence-based nursing advice, support, and care to individuals with complex, severe, and enduring mental health needs, as well as their caregivers, in a multidisciplinary setting.
To be successful in this role, you will need to establish therapeutic relationships with service users and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions within appropriate boundaries, as outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code. You will be responsible for overseeing the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters and have a comprehensive understanding of local and national policies and legislation that govern service provision.
To apply for the position of Mental Health Nurse, you must be a Registered Nurse, registered with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council or in the process of achieving your registration. You should possess a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and the changes brought about by the Mental Health Act 2007 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Additionally, you should have a clear understanding of your responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach, Clinical Governance, and Child Protection Legislation. It is also essential that you demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and strive to remain up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in the field of mental health nursing.
We are passionate about creating a positive work environment that fosters growth, development, and well-being. Join us at Options for Care and be part of a team that is dedicated to your success!
If you are interested in applying for the role or wish to have an informal discussion, please email hr@optionsforcare.net or please call:
- Jean
Hammond, Head of
Care, on 07946866563
Job description
Job responsibilities
Options for Care provides mental health recovery services in Birmingham. Our primary objective is to empower service users and help them realise their full potential through progressive improvements in their quality of life and a steady progression towards recovery, culminating in successful discharge. We are proud to share our unwavering commitment to our mission, vision, and values.
Mission
Vision
- We offer best-practice interventions to enable personal recovery and well-being.
Values
- The individual is at the heart of everything we do.
- We inspire, stimulate and empower people to achieve and grow through compassionate, supportive and protective relationships.
- We deliver and continuously evaluate high-quality service whilst respecting differences, promoting dignity and supporting the privacy of others.
In the capacity of a Mental Health Nurse, your primary responsibility will be to provide person-centred care to individuals seeking support on their journey towards community integration. Our care pathway is consistently evolving, and as such, we utilise the most effective outcome measures and assessment tools available. Your role will involve providing quality, evidence-based nursing advice, support, and care to individuals with complex, severe, and enduring mental health needs, as well as their caregivers, in a multidisciplinary setting.
To be successful in this role, you will need to establish therapeutic relationships with service users and implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions within appropriate boundaries, as outlined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council Code. You will be responsible for overseeing the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters and have a comprehensive understanding of local and national policies and legislation that govern service provision.
To apply for the position of Mental Health Nurse, you must be a Registered Nurse, registered with the UK Nursing and Midwifery Council or in the process of achieving your registration. You should possess a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and the changes brought about by the Mental Health Act 2007 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005. Additionally, you should have a clear understanding of your responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach, Clinical Governance, and Child Protection Legislation. It is also essential that you demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development and strive to remain up-to-date with the latest developments and best practices in the field of mental health nursing.
We are passionate about creating a positive work environment that fosters growth, development, and well-being. Join us at Options for Care and be part of a team that is dedicated to your success!
If you are interested in applying for the role or wish to have an informal discussion, please email hr@optionsforcare.net or please call:
- Jean
Hammond, Head of
Care, on 07946866563
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate post- graduate learning
- Assessor and Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and changes with Mental Health Act 2007.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Understanding of their responsibilities under the Care programme Approach, Clinical Governance and Child Protection Legislation.
Desirable
- Experience within a mental health rehabilitative environment
Skills
Essential
- Basic Keyboard Skills.
- Active Listening Skills.
- Effective Communication, both verbal and non-verbal.
- Written Skills.
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible.
- Personal Integrity.
- Resilience in dealing with emotive service user issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse (registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council)
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate post- graduate learning
- Assessor and Mentorship qualification
Experience
Essential
- Working Knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and changes with Mental Health Act 2007.
- Working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
- Understanding of their responsibilities under the Care programme Approach, Clinical Governance and Child Protection Legislation.
Desirable
- Experience within a mental health rehabilitative environment
Skills
Essential
- Basic Keyboard Skills.
- Active Listening Skills.
- Effective Communication, both verbal and non-verbal.
- Written Skills.
Desirable
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Flexible.
- Personal Integrity.
- Resilience in dealing with emotive service user issues.
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).
