Job summary
Aspire is a city-wide service offering support to people, including those who are at risk of experiencing voices, visions, extreme suspiciousness, and other severe mental health difficulties to a degree that would meet the criteria for psychosis.
As an Early Intervention in Psychosis Practitioner within a Team Approach model you will be responsible for providing support and Care Coordination to a complex client caseload within the Care Programme Approach framework. You will act as a representative of aspire and an effective link to other organisations and networks in Leeds and elsewhere. You will carry out a range of interventions and duties under the direction and supervision of the Service Manager and Team Leaders.
If you are an RMN, in conjunction with other RMNs in the service you will be responsible for administering depot medication to those clients on caseloads who have been prescribed this.
Main duties of the job
The main tasks of this role are:
To be the responsible care co-ordinator for a caseload of individuals with first episode psychosis and their families, in accordance with the Care Programme Approach Policy and aspire case management procedures.
To work assertively and in partnership with members of the multi-disciplinary team e.g. medical staff, psychologists, family therapist, employment specialists and support time recovery (STR) team.
To ensure effective communication within a Team Approach model to support effective planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
To have a working knowledge of current principles, evidence-based practice and service provision within Early Interventions in Psychosis.
To undertake initial assessments to identify first episode psychosis. Assess for, plan, implement and evaluate care and support for clients, making use of validated assessment tools and outcome measures.
To assess levels of clinical risk, initiate and review risk management plans.
To work within the requirements of the Mental Health Act for service users where applicable.
To provide practical support and help to clients and carers in developing meaningful social support networks.
To work alongside families/carers in providing information and supporting them emotionally and practically.
Work to promote community awareness of psychosis and reduce stigma within a range of arenas including primary care settings, educational establishments, youth services, voluntary and statutory services.
About us
Community Links aims to provide a high quality customer service adhering to the principles of best practice, promoting equal opportunities and working positively with diversity. Community Links is an ambitious, forward thinking organisation and you must be committed to developing and enhancing the services we provide.
The organisation expects all its employees to carry out their duties in a professional manner with a client focus, ensuring that respect and courtesy is shown to them, colleagues, other service providers and all those in contact with the organisation. You are expected to uphold the values and ethos of Community Links at all times.
We are proudly and actively anti-racist and as such, you are expected to drive our anti-racism agenda forward.
Job description
Job responsibilities
OUTLINE OF POST:
As an Early Intervention in Psychosis Practitioner within a Team Approach model you will be responsible for providing support and Care Coordination to a complex client caseload within the Care Programme Approach framework. You will act as a representative of aspire and an effective link to other organisations and networks in Leeds and elsewhere.
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary community-based team, providing an effective, flexible, supportive and responsive service to people who are experiencing the initial stages of psychosis. This involves carrying out a range of interventions and duties under the direction and supervision of the Service Manager and Team Leaders.
Aspire is developing an ethos of Open Dialogue and this will inform our practice as a service going forward.
If you are an RMN, in conjunction with other RMNs in the service you will be responsible for administering depot medication to those clients on caseloads who have been prescribed this.
MAIN TASKS:
1. Be the responsible care co-ordinator for a caseload of individuals with first episode psychosis and their families, in accordance with the Care Programme Approach Policy and aspire case management procedures.
2. Work assertively and in partnership with members of the multi-disciplinary team e.g. medical staff, psychologists, family therapist, employment specialists and support time recovery (STR) team.
3. Ensure effective communication within a Team Approach model to support effective planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
4. Have a working knowledge of current principles, evidence-based practice and service provision within Early Interventions in Psychosis.
5. Undertake initial assessments to identify first episode psychosis. Assess for, plan, implement and evaluate care and support for clients, making use of validated assessment tools and outcome measures.
6. Assess levels of clinical risk, initiate and review risk management plans.
7. Work within the requirements of the Mental Health Act for service users where applicable.
8. Provide practical support and help to clients and carers in developing meaningful social support networks.
9. Work alongside families/carers in providing information and supporting them emotionally and practically.
10. Support service users with gaining work, education and training opportunities.
11. Work to promote community awareness of psychosis and reduce stigma within a range of arenas including primary care settings, educational establishments, youth services, voluntary and statutory services.
12. Promote service user and carer involvement in all aspects of the service.
13. Ensure that client records and other information systems are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
14. Ensure that support undertaken is meaningful, respectful, promotes self-determination and is in line with the individual care plan.
15. Adhere to organisational policies and procedures relating to risk and personal safety.
16. Participate in regular supervision.
17. Keep up-to-date with policies, guidelines, procedures and practices.
18. Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required.
19. Represent Community Links in a knowledgeable and professional manner at all times.
20. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times.
21. Maintain an active registration with your professional body.
22. Administer depot injections as required in line with individual treatment and recovery.
23. Identify own training and development needs in conjunction with your line manager and participate in training opportunities as directed.
24. Partake in Inspire Norths Personal Development Review system.
You may, be required to perform any other duties as the organisation may reasonably require. You undertake to work to the best of your ability and use your best endeavours to promote, develop and extend the groups business and interests.
Please note this job description is intended to provide a guide to the general duties and responsibilities of the role the post holder is expected to adopt a flexible approach to the tasks. It should not be regarded as a contractual document. It will be reviewed regularly and may be varied at the discretion of Inspire North.
Job description
Job responsibilities
OUTLINE OF POST:
As an Early Intervention in Psychosis Practitioner within a Team Approach model you will be responsible for providing support and Care Coordination to a complex client caseload within the Care Programme Approach framework. You will act as a representative of aspire and an effective link to other organisations and networks in Leeds and elsewhere.
You will work as a member of a multi-disciplinary community-based team, providing an effective, flexible, supportive and responsive service to people who are experiencing the initial stages of psychosis. This involves carrying out a range of interventions and duties under the direction and supervision of the Service Manager and Team Leaders.
Aspire is developing an ethos of Open Dialogue and this will inform our practice as a service going forward.
If you are an RMN, in conjunction with other RMNs in the service you will be responsible for administering depot medication to those clients on caseloads who have been prescribed this.
MAIN TASKS:
1. Be the responsible care co-ordinator for a caseload of individuals with first episode psychosis and their families, in accordance with the Care Programme Approach Policy and aspire case management procedures.
2. Work assertively and in partnership with members of the multi-disciplinary team e.g. medical staff, psychologists, family therapist, employment specialists and support time recovery (STR) team.
3. Ensure effective communication within a Team Approach model to support effective planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
4. Have a working knowledge of current principles, evidence-based practice and service provision within Early Interventions in Psychosis.
5. Undertake initial assessments to identify first episode psychosis. Assess for, plan, implement and evaluate care and support for clients, making use of validated assessment tools and outcome measures.
6. Assess levels of clinical risk, initiate and review risk management plans.
7. Work within the requirements of the Mental Health Act for service users where applicable.
8. Provide practical support and help to clients and carers in developing meaningful social support networks.
9. Work alongside families/carers in providing information and supporting them emotionally and practically.
10. Support service users with gaining work, education and training opportunities.
11. Work to promote community awareness of psychosis and reduce stigma within a range of arenas including primary care settings, educational establishments, youth services, voluntary and statutory services.
12. Promote service user and carer involvement in all aspects of the service.
13. Ensure that client records and other information systems are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
14. Ensure that support undertaken is meaningful, respectful, promotes self-determination and is in line with the individual care plan.
15. Adhere to organisational policies and procedures relating to risk and personal safety.
16. Participate in regular supervision.
17. Keep up-to-date with policies, guidelines, procedures and practices.
18. Participate in team meetings and other meetings as required.
19. Represent Community Links in a knowledgeable and professional manner at all times.
20. Maintain appropriate professional boundaries at all times.
21. Maintain an active registration with your professional body.
22. Administer depot injections as required in line with individual treatment and recovery.
23. Identify own training and development needs in conjunction with your line manager and participate in training opportunities as directed.
24. Partake in Inspire Norths Personal Development Review system.
You may, be required to perform any other duties as the organisation may reasonably require. You undertake to work to the best of your ability and use your best endeavours to promote, develop and extend the groups business and interests.
Please note this job description is intended to provide a guide to the general duties and responsibilities of the role the post holder is expected to adopt a flexible approach to the tasks. It should not be regarded as a contractual document. It will be reviewed regularly and may be varied at the discretion of Inspire North.
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent technical literacy of Microsoft Applications e.g. Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook, Access
- Excellent written communication skills, including accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills including listening and display empathy
- Creative, flexible and imaginative approach to working with people with mental health problems
- Able to work collaboratively and positively with clients, carers, other service providers and stakeholders; using open and honest communication
- Able to work as part of a team but also use own initiative within parameters of responsibility
- Able to engage clients assertively and creatively
- Possess good skills in relation to mental health assessment
- Able to assess and manage risk within a positive risk taking environment
- Knowledge of the use of the MHA in relation to the client group and responsibilities of the care co-ordinator within this
- Have access to a car for work purposes and hold a full current UK driving licence
Desirable
- Experience of engaging clients in a community setting
- Demonstrate skills in dual diagnosis and substance use work
Approach
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
- Demonstrate a commitment and enthusiasm for working with our service user group
- Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
- Demonstrate a commitment to enabling and empowering clients to become actively involved in Inspire North and its Associated Companies
- Positive attitude towards training and Continuous Professional Development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team/MDT in a mental health setting
- Experience of mental health either as service user, carer, worker or volunteer
Desirable
- Experience of working with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
- Experience of working in an early intervention service; familiarity with the principles and model of early intervention
- Experience of managing a case load
- Experience of working within the CPA framework
- Experience in delivering evidence-based interventions relevant to first episode psychosis
- Knowledge or experience of Open Dialogue principles/ practice, or Network Meetings
- Experience of housing / homelessness/ offending or mental health either as a service user, carer, worker or volunteer
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess professional qualification (RMN/Social work/OT) or significant experience gained working in mental health services or associated fields e.g. addiction, youth work, homelessness, teaching
Desirable
- Qualification in plain English Second Language e.g. Urdu, Polish, BSL
Person Specification
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Excellent technical literacy of Microsoft Applications e.g. Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook, Access
- Excellent written communication skills, including accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills including listening and display empathy
- Creative, flexible and imaginative approach to working with people with mental health problems
- Able to work collaboratively and positively with clients, carers, other service providers and stakeholders; using open and honest communication
- Able to work as part of a team but also use own initiative within parameters of responsibility
- Able to engage clients assertively and creatively
- Possess good skills in relation to mental health assessment
- Able to assess and manage risk within a positive risk taking environment
- Knowledge of the use of the MHA in relation to the client group and responsibilities of the care co-ordinator within this
- Have access to a car for work purposes and hold a full current UK driving licence
Desirable
- Experience of engaging clients in a community setting
- Demonstrate skills in dual diagnosis and substance use work
Approach
Essential
- Demonstrate understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity
- Demonstrate a commitment and enthusiasm for working with our service user group
- Able to build and maintain relationships whilst maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Demonstrate a willingness to participate in shaping the future of the organisation by taking on responsibilities and projects in addition to core workload
- Demonstrate a commitment to enabling and empowering clients to become actively involved in Inspire North and its Associated Companies
- Positive attitude towards training and Continuous Professional Development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as part of a team/MDT in a mental health setting
- Experience of mental health either as service user, carer, worker or volunteer
Desirable
- Experience of working with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
- Experience of working in an early intervention service; familiarity with the principles and model of early intervention
- Experience of managing a case load
- Experience of working within the CPA framework
- Experience in delivering evidence-based interventions relevant to first episode psychosis
- Knowledge or experience of Open Dialogue principles/ practice, or Network Meetings
- Experience of housing / homelessness/ offending or mental health either as a service user, carer, worker or volunteer
Qualifications
Essential
- Possess professional qualification (RMN/Social work/OT) or significant experience gained working in mental health services or associated fields e.g. addiction, youth work, homelessness, teaching
Desirable
- Qualification in plain English Second Language e.g. Urdu, Polish, BSL
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.
