Team Leader - OPMH

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has emerged to become part of the older persons Liaison Psychiatry Team in Southampton. The team is aligned with the national Core 24 model, our service is evolving to meet the HIOW MH transformation priorities. Liaison psychiatry is a crucial component of the 24/7 Urgent Care Model, providing a fantastic chance for a motivated individuals interested in working in an acute hospital setting and the opportunity to deepen your knowledge in both physical healthcare and crisis intervention.

We are seeking highly motivated, enthusiastic MH professionals committed to promoting patient-focused care and treatment for older adults in an acute hospital environment. Successful candidates will possess excellent leadership skills, will work across the acute general hospital, providing mental health assessments and brief interventions to patients in the Emergency Departments and inpatient wards. Additionally, they will offer support, advice, and training to acute hospital colleagues.

Successful candidates will receive comprehensive induction, regular supervision, and reflective practice. The role requires working a flexible shift pattern over a 24/7 schedule. We welcome applications for a Part time role.

For more information, an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Service manager Babu Sivalingam 02381204529

Don't miss this great opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of liaison psychiatry! Why wait for another opportunity whilst it is here now

Main duties of the job

The primary function of this role is to provide clinical and managerial leadership to the day-to-day operation of the OPMH team and support the delivery of the CORE 24 standards. However, it may be appropriate for the post holder to carry a small caseload of service users, for example in the delivery of a specialist intervention. This arrangement would be subject to regular review and would cease if the carrying of a small caseload became an obstacle to delivery of the primary function.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Anne Hospital

Coxford Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 5YA

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Anne Hospital

Coxford Road

Southampton

Hampshire

SO16 5YA

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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