Job summary
Barnet, Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust are excited to offer a Band 4 Associate Mental Health Worker post in Enfield Early Intervention in Psychosis Service (EIPS). We are seeking to recruit an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work within this very exciting and rewarding area of mental health care for individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis (FEP). This post is open to staff who meet the skills set in the person specification for Band 4. The post holder responsibilities are outlined in the job description.
The post holder will be responsible for participating and assisting in the delivery of care/services to patients and service users as part of a Multi-disciplinary Mental Health Care Team, working under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered member of staff. They will be responsible for carrying out practical tasks, identified as part of the patient's and service users care plan or care pathways.
Please note that, if a high volume ofapplications are received, we may need to close the advert early.
Main duties of the job
1. Undertake a range of duties which involve direct patient care, under supervision following competency assessment.
2. Assist in the coordination of care delivery for a case load of service users in the community with mental health problems including those with severe and enduring mental illness under the supervision of a registered professional, in close collaboration with the Service Line, psychiatric multidisciplinary team, service users and other community agencies.
3. Contribute to the monitoring of the physical environment ensuring that it is safe and conducive to the therapeutic work of the unit/community setting.
4. Have informed knowledge and understanding in the psychological, social, physical and spiritual needs of all service users.5. Actively participate in the care and rehabilitation of service users as per the plan of care determined by registered practitioners.
6. Maintain clear, timely, comprehensive and contemporaneous written clinical records on all patients under your care in accordance with Trust Records Management Policies (2010).
7. Utilising IT skills and knowledge to access and input clinical information and data to the Trust electronic date base (RiO) and Local Authority IT system to record service user's information.
8. Using the Care Programme Approach to assess service user's health and social care needs.
About us
At Barnet Enfield and Haringey NHS community mental Health services, our staff and service users have worked closely to create a set of values that make sure people who use our services get the best possible chance of a rapid recovery.
The Trust values are
- Compassion
- Respect
- Being Positive
- Working together
BEH EIP services offer excellent developmental opportunities via internal and external training, high levels of staff support, individual clinical supervision and annual appraisals. We encourage staff to contribute to the on-going development of the service based on up to date research and evidence. Staff are welcome to bring their own expertise to the role and to be creative in encouraging engagement with the wider community and client group.
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 places 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification by clicking on the JD/PS attachment in the advert.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or HNC/HND or equivalent diploma
- Experiential learning through two years (minimum) working experience as a Health Care Asst, Band 3 in a mental health setting e.g Forensic, Acute Inpatient Setting, Community Mental Health Team & etc.
- Must have proficient literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of patient care within the wider context of the organisation Have an understanding of the importance of user/carer involvement
- Awareness of treatment outcomes, recovery tools, care planning, assessment of risk Have an understanding of equal opportunities, diversity and anti discriminatory practice
- Awareness and understanding of the functions of MDT Awareness of Moving and handling techniques Awareness of basic food hygiene, first aid, health and safety Understanding of clinical and managerial supervision
- Have an understanding of equal opportunities, diversity and anti discriminatory practice
- Knowledge and understanding of the Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007 in particular Part 3 of the Act and other legislations such as Safe Guarding Children & Adults, DOLS, Mental Capacity Act 2005
Desirable
- Knowledge of the roles within the multi-professional team
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a health or social care setting
- Experience of liaising with other agencies
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative
- Able to work on own initiative as well as ability to work as part of a team
- Have a demonstrable interest in working with service users who suffer from mental health problems
- Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and respond in a professional manner
- Ability to maintain boundaries and form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers
- Ability to provide practical support with daily living activities
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Report writing skills
- Group facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Motivated, enthusiastic & adaptable to change
- Contribute to improving the quality of life for service users
- Committed to equal opportunities Is able to work in a non-judgemental fashion
Other Requirements
Essential
- An understanding and positive regard for the needs and rights of people with mental health problems and their carers
- Ability to adapt to changing environments, needs and demands
- Act as a positive role model, dynamic, motivated, caring and supportive
- Ability to manage stress and work under pressure
Desirable
- Personal Experience of Mental Health problems
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or HNC/HND or equivalent diploma
- Experiential learning through two years (minimum) working experience as a Health Care Asst, Band 3 in a mental health setting e.g Forensic, Acute Inpatient Setting, Community Mental Health Team & etc.
- Must have proficient literacy and numeracy skills
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of patient care within the wider context of the organisation Have an understanding of the importance of user/carer involvement
- Awareness of treatment outcomes, recovery tools, care planning, assessment of risk Have an understanding of equal opportunities, diversity and anti discriminatory practice
- Awareness and understanding of the functions of MDT Awareness of Moving and handling techniques Awareness of basic food hygiene, first aid, health and safety Understanding of clinical and managerial supervision
- Have an understanding of equal opportunities, diversity and anti discriminatory practice
- Knowledge and understanding of the Mental Health Act 1983 amended 2007 in particular Part 3 of the Act and other legislations such as Safe Guarding Children & Adults, DOLS, Mental Capacity Act 2005
Desirable
- Knowledge of the roles within the multi-professional team
Experience
Essential
- Experience in a health or social care setting
- Experience of liaising with other agencies
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to assess clinical situations quickly and use initiative
- Able to work on own initiative as well as ability to work as part of a team
- Have a demonstrable interest in working with service users who suffer from mental health problems
- Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and respond in a professional manner
- Ability to maintain boundaries and form positive therapeutic relationships with service users and carers
- Ability to provide practical support with daily living activities
- Basic IT Skills
Desirable
- Report writing skills
- Group facilitation skills
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Motivated, enthusiastic & adaptable to change
- Contribute to improving the quality of life for service users
- Committed to equal opportunities Is able to work in a non-judgemental fashion
Other Requirements
Essential
- An understanding and positive regard for the needs and rights of people with mental health problems and their carers
- Ability to adapt to changing environments, needs and demands
- Act as a positive role model, dynamic, motivated, caring and supportive
- Ability to manage stress and work under pressure
Desirable
- Personal Experience of Mental Health problems
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).
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).
