Crisis Single Point of Access Clinician

Barnet, Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust

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Job summary

As the next phase of the "Think 111 First" service, NHS England have launched a major new campaign to encourage the use of the "111, Press 2" service for mental health.

Locally, in North Central London this service will be hosted in partnership by Barnet Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust and Camden & Islington NHS Foundation Trust. This hub, based at St Ann's Hospital will provide a 24/7, all-age service for people who need advice and support with a mental health need.

As part of the new hub, we also have the opportunity to develop an exciting 12-month pilot service to support the Metropolitan Police with their often-difficult Section 136 decisions, and where appropriate signposting them to alternatives to the use of Section 136 across London.

This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of these new and re-designed services in NCL through supporting the expansion of the Crisis Single Point of Access offer across North Central London.

So, if you're a skilled mental health nurse or practitioner who has effective and compassionate communication skills and are committed to delivering high quality healthcare advice, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Crisis Hub in North Central London.

The roles will be supported by a robust clinical and managerial leadership structure which will encourage professional development for those seeking to expand their clinical experience.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be skilled in assessment, risk assessment and possess sound decision-making skills for people in mental health crisis, managing professional boundaries and knowing how to respond to escalations to enable formulations of crisis safety plans from junior colleagues.
The post holder will be experienced in delivering a range of interventions to alleviate distress. They will be expected to work under minimal supervision, with adherence to Trust procedures and policies, and to employ value based and socially inclusive practice.
The post holder will act as an effective role model and supervisor to junior members of the team to ensure they work to high standards.

About us

Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.

We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.

Date posted

04 July 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,701 to £48,054 a year Per annum inclusive of Outer London HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

306-BEH-938-B

Job locations

St Ann's Hospital

St Ann's Road

London

N15 3TH

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information relating to the JD and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached JD and Personal Specification.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information relating to the JD and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached JD and Personal Specification.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

NMC Registration as RMN, or current registration with relevant professional body

Desirable

Mentorship qualification or equivalent.
Evidence of post registration training.

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 18 months post qualification experience.
Previous experience as a clinician in an acute or community mental health setting.

Desirable

Ability and experience in dealing with developing and implementing systems that support clinical excellence.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

Ability to implement policies and procedures, leading their implementation where appropriate.
Able to evidence current and practice knowledge of legal, social, clinical, managerial and policy issues related to the clinical specialty and the wider NHS.

Desirable

Knowledge of a full range of therapeutic skills and approaches supported by further training in the specialty and management practice

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

NMC Registration as RMN, or current registration with relevant professional body

Desirable

Mentorship qualification or equivalent.
Evidence of post registration training.

Experience

Essential

Minimum of 18 months post qualification experience.
Previous experience as a clinician in an acute or community mental health setting.

Desirable

Ability and experience in dealing with developing and implementing systems that support clinical excellence.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Essential

Ability to implement policies and procedures, leading their implementation where appropriate.
Able to evidence current and practice knowledge of legal, social, clinical, managerial and policy issues related to the clinical specialty and the wider NHS.

Desirable

Knowledge of a full range of therapeutic skills and approaches supported by further training in the specialty and management practice

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).