Job summary
We are looking to recruit a band 7 Senior care co-ordinator from a Nursing, Social work or Occupational Therapy background to join our established, supportive Older Adult Community Mental Health Team, based at our newly re-furbished South Bucks hub in Saffron House High Wycombe. This is a 12 months fixed term mat leave cover position.
We are looking for someone who can be part of a team, but also has the ability to work independently using their own initiative. The successful candidate would have excellent interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of Older Adults with Mental health needs, have an understanding of the CPA and be a strong advocate for training and development of junior staff and always considering the best interest of our patients. The team work with a large multicultural patient group of adults who are over 65, who experience severe and enduring mental illnesses.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be a senior clinician within the team and lead a small team of newly qualified Nurses/Occupational Therapists, Nurse Associates, Peer Support Workers and Support Workers to provide care and interventions to a complex and large caseload of patients. The role be predominantly clinical, but include some operational leadership and supervision to your small team of junior staff.
You will work in collaboration with partnership agencies such as Bucks County Council, the Dementia Support services and Age UK, Private care homes and Substance misuse services. The majority of care will be in patients own home or their supported living accommodation.
We use the principles of the care programme approach and provide support for people in crisis and also those that need ongoing care co-ordination. We have incorporated patient centred care into the daily functioning of the team; which enables us to be focused on the recovery of the patient through a multidisciplinary (MDT) approach; with expertise from doctors, social workers, nurses, occupational therapists, support workers and psychological therapies staff. We also have twice weekly MDT meetings, where we discuss clinical matters within our supportive team. We strive to provide person centered evidence based care to patients, where possible working collaboratively with their families and carers.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Bucks South OA CMHT offers an opportunity to engage in training courses and develop senior clinical and leadership skills. The management team are committed to the well-being and development of the staff working in the team.
The OA CMHT has three functions: A duty assessment service, a memory service for the diagnosis and support of people with dementia and a CMHT service. The whole team provides care and treatment to older adults with functional and organicmental health problems. As a team, we strive to ensure that we deliver high quality, patient-centred care and that our staff are supported in their roles and encouraged to develop.
If you are interested in a role that is exciting, challenging and rewarding, then we look forward to hearing from you.
You will need use of a car and a full UK driving licence for this role.
Full and part-timeapplicants considered.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Bucks South OA CMHT offers an opportunity to engage in training courses and develop senior clinical and leadership skills. The management team are committed to the well-being and development of the staff working in the team.
The OA CMHT has three functions: A duty assessment service, a memory service for the diagnosis and support of people with dementia and a CMHT service. The whole team provides care and treatment to older adults with functional and organicmental health problems. As a team, we strive to ensure that we deliver high quality, patient-centred care and that our staff are supported in their roles and encouraged to develop.
If you are interested in a role that is exciting, challenging and rewarding, then we look forward to hearing from you.
You will need use of a car and a full UK driving licence for this role.
Full and part-timeapplicants considered.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- A specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in community mental health in line with professional requirements
- To have awareness of National and local issues concerning healthcare
- To have a developed understanding of Clinical Governance
- To understand the legal frameworks used within practice
- To maintain professional accountability and professional registration.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Professional qualification (RMN or Occupational Therapist)
- Substantial experience of mental health care and working across different settings which must include experience within a community mental health setting.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Providing clinical and or managerial supervision
- Hold a Psycho-social Intervention qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- To hold an advanced professional/clinical qualification (e.g. CBT, DBT, NMP)
- Post qualifying education e.g Msc modules, in relevant area
skill
Essential
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of clinical risk assessment and management
- Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options
- Committed to growth and development of colleagues and environment
- To demonstrate good English verbal and written communication skills
- To show evidence of advanced problem solving skills
Desirable
- Qualification in management and leadership within a healthcare setting
- Coaching skills
- Committed to constant review and change
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- A specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in community mental health in line with professional requirements
- To have awareness of National and local issues concerning healthcare
- To have a developed understanding of Clinical Governance
- To understand the legal frameworks used within practice
- To maintain professional accountability and professional registration.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant Professional qualification (RMN or Occupational Therapist)
- Substantial experience of mental health care and working across different settings which must include experience within a community mental health setting.
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Providing clinical and or managerial supervision
- Hold a Psycho-social Intervention qualification or equivalent
Desirable
- To hold an advanced professional/clinical qualification (e.g. CBT, DBT, NMP)
- Post qualifying education e.g Msc modules, in relevant area
skill
Essential
- Demonstrate an advanced understanding of clinical risk assessment and management
- Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options
- Committed to growth and development of colleagues and environment
- To demonstrate good English verbal and written communication skills
- To show evidence of advanced problem solving skills
Desirable
- Qualification in management and leadership within a healthcare setting
- Coaching skills
- Committed to constant review and change
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).
