Job summary
The role is a joint role between BEH & a Barnet Primary Care Network (PCN).
The role of Mental Health Practitioner is to work closely with clinicians in Primary Care Networks to assess and treat clients with significant mental illness.
This key interface role between Primary Care and Secondary Mental Health Services will provide assessment and interventions for clients presenting with a wide range of mental health needs.
The Mental Health Practitioner will provide dedicated support and presence within primary care settings, to both work with clients and offer advice for primary care colleagues to plan appropriate and timely Interventions.
These evidence-based therapeutic interventions will include psycho-education, brief solution focused therapy, behavioural activation, as well as reviewing and monitoring medication, in line with NICE Guidance and in-liaison with the Locality Consultant Psychiatrist.
This role will require developing and maintaining an effective interface with Clinicians in secondary Mental Health Services, including the team Locality Consultant Psychiatrist and Psychological Therapy Pathway leads.
A key part of the role is to build long-term relationships and improve communications with Primary Care colleagues, Voluntary Care Sector colleagues and Community Mental Health Services.
Main duties of the job
o Undertake high quality assessments of people who are identified as having a significant mental illness that may require treatment, interventions and potentially a referral to secondary mental health services.o Providing effective care, treatment and interventions to clients on a defined caseload within the Primary Care Network.o Undertake review and monitoring medication, in liaison with the Consultant Psychiatrist.o To facilitate timely referrals into Secondary Mental Health services, IAPT, Wellbeing Network, and other local community services.o Engage with clients in primary care who for various reasons do not engage with Secondary mental health services.o To ensure that statutory and legal requirements are incorporated safely within each service users care plan.o To undertake regular and thorough risk assessment for each service user you support.o To be able to work autonomously within your Primary Care Network and identify and report risk in a timely manner using systems in place..Professional Developmento Opportunity to work using different models, including Trauma Informed Care and Medically un-explained symptoms.
Governance Responsibilitieso Undertake incident reporting in line with BEH protocols.o Ensure Electronic Clinical Records are maintained and updated in line with both BEH and PCN protocols.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description
To be a responsive point of contact for Primary Care colleagues. To provide a direct link and dedicated protected time to Primary Care Networks. To develop and maintain effective links between Primary and Secondary Care colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached job description
To be a responsive point of contact for Primary Care colleagues. To provide a direct link and dedicated protected time to Primary Care Networks. To develop and maintain effective links between Primary and Secondary Care colleagues.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse or Social Worker or Occupational Therapy or Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologis
- Evidence of further post-registration education and training.
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in Psychosocial Interventions for people with and mental health needs
- Teaching and assessing in clinical practice or teaching equivalent
- Non-Medical Prescriber
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Experience of working with complex adult presentations in the community.
- Knowledge of and interest in psychological treatment approaches to working with complex presentations
- Significant clinical experience in the community demonstrable experience at Band 6 or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking assessments of clients with complex presentations
- Experience of determining suitability for psychological approaches, Consultation / Liaison work
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Understanding of statutory policy relating to mental health care delivery incl. Care Programme Approach, Care Act and the Mental Health Act.
- Knowledge of the process necessary for effective risk assessment and management
- Ability to demonstrate a creative and flexible approach to staff managing and in delivering a high standard of care.
Person Specification
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse or Social Worker or Occupational Therapy or Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologis
- Evidence of further post-registration education and training.
Desirable
- Relevant qualification in Psychosocial Interventions for people with and mental health needs
- Teaching and assessing in clinical practice or teaching equivalent
- Non-Medical Prescriber
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Experience of working with complex adult presentations in the community.
- Knowledge of and interest in psychological treatment approaches to working with complex presentations
- Significant clinical experience in the community demonstrable experience at Band 6 or equivalent
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking assessments of clients with complex presentations
- Experience of determining suitability for psychological approaches, Consultation / Liaison work
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
- Understanding of statutory policy relating to mental health care delivery incl. Care Programme Approach, Care Act and the Mental Health Act.
- Knowledge of the process necessary for effective risk assessment and management
- Ability to demonstrate a creative and flexible approach to staff managing and in delivering a high standard of care.
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).
