Job summary
Are you an experienced registered mental health nurse, occupational therapist or social worker? We have a unique role for a Community Pathway Coordinator AfC Band 7.
Mid and South Essex Community Care Unit are recruiting a Pathway Coordinator into a role which is pivotal in the interface between community mental health services and adult acute mental health inpatient wards.
This exciting role places you at the heart of patient care, acting as a vital link between community teams and inpatient services. Your priority will be to facilitate and support safe, effective discharges, ensuring that individuals transition smoothly back to their local communities, whether locally or from out of area. As a Pathway Coordinator you will work in partnership with existing community mental health care coordinators in supporting actions for those patients identified as needing admission into an acute adult mental health bed.
Main duties of the job
As a post holder you will liaise with partner organisations and third sector based providers to support the community assessment of needs pre admission, on admission and planning for community discharge.
You will utilise your expert mental health knowledge to influence care decisions which support pathway coordination between community and acute adult mental health services. You will design, execute and maintain streamlined comprehensive community mental health inpatient interface flow processes whilst ensuring best practice for safe and effective discharge or admission. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, which include medical, nursing, allied health professionals, social work, commissioning services, peer support workers and third party agencies by fostering positive working relationships.
In the first four months of coming into post you will focus on developing the role function within Southeast Essex being the first phase of service delivery with a planned and gradual cover across Mid and South Essex.
The working pattern for this position is 37.5 hours Monday to Friday with agreed flexibility to operate between 08:30hrs & 17:30hrs
You must hold a full valid driving licence and have access to a car to use regularly for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
*The role is subject to job evaluation process.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This exciting role places you at the heart of patient care in Mid and South Essex, acting as a vital link between Community Teams and inpatient services. Your mission will be to facilitate safe and effective discharges, ensuring that individuals transition smoothly back to their local communities, whether locally or from out of area. You will work flexibly alongside multidisciplinary teams, conducting thorough reviews of care plans and identifying community resources that will enhance the discharge process. Importantly, you will play a key role in passing care over to long-term care coordinators where needed, ensuring continuity and ongoing support for individuals. Your expertise in The Care Act, Section 117 aftercare, and relevant legislation will empower you to navigate complex discharge barriers and implement solutions, all while fostering a patient-centred approach.
In this position, you will play a pivotal role in creating personalised care plans that reflect the unique needs of each individual, engaging families and carers in the care planning process to ensure their voices are heard. Effective communication will be key as you establish strong pathways for collaboration among all stakeholders. You will also be responsible for promoting equality, diversity, and rights in accordance with best practices and legislation, alongside identifying training needs to enhance the quality of evidence-based care within the team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, ensuring their safe and appropriate discharge, and contributing to the overall improvement of community mental health services.
- Will be based within the Mid and South Essex locality, acting as the link between Community teams and inpatient services , linking in as part of the process of safe discharge. Local and out of area.
- Work flexibly with Community Teams across Mid and South Essex reviewing care plans and identifying community resources which will support and augment the discharge process back to the locality.
- Will work with the MDT identifying barriers to discharge, and how these can be resolved, ensuring the safe discharge of the individual.
- Will be completing Care Act and commissioning experience with the local authority and ICB. Knowledge of Section 117 aftercare needs and being part of this process in discharge planning in partnership with the inpatient teams.
- Will be responsible for supporting the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions within agreed parameters, to ensure meaningful admission and safe, appropriate discharge.
- Acknowledge that part of the move away from CPA that care plans will be personalised and individualised to meet the needs of the individual in the local community setting.
- Involved family and carers as part of the care planning/discharge process acknowledging their views.
- Working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g. Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007 and our responsibilities within such legislation.
- Tribunal report writing with an understanding of the Mental health Act.
- Will be responsible for ensuring effective communication pathways exist.
- Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.
- Will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence based care as appropriate. Providing CMHT staff with guidance and advice regarding processes.
- To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team, and act up for the Team Manager in their absence as appropriate. To act as a role model and supervise less experienced staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This exciting role places you at the heart of patient care in Mid and South Essex, acting as a vital link between Community Teams and inpatient services. Your mission will be to facilitate safe and effective discharges, ensuring that individuals transition smoothly back to their local communities, whether locally or from out of area. You will work flexibly alongside multidisciplinary teams, conducting thorough reviews of care plans and identifying community resources that will enhance the discharge process. Importantly, you will play a key role in passing care over to long-term care coordinators where needed, ensuring continuity and ongoing support for individuals. Your expertise in The Care Act, Section 117 aftercare, and relevant legislation will empower you to navigate complex discharge barriers and implement solutions, all while fostering a patient-centred approach.
In this position, you will play a pivotal role in creating personalised care plans that reflect the unique needs of each individual, engaging families and carers in the care planning process to ensure their voices are heard. Effective communication will be key as you establish strong pathways for collaboration among all stakeholders. You will also be responsible for promoting equality, diversity, and rights in accordance with best practices and legislation, alongside identifying training needs to enhance the quality of evidence-based care within the team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, ensuring their safe and appropriate discharge, and contributing to the overall improvement of community mental health services.
- Will be based within the Mid and South Essex locality, acting as the link between Community teams and inpatient services , linking in as part of the process of safe discharge. Local and out of area.
- Work flexibly with Community Teams across Mid and South Essex reviewing care plans and identifying community resources which will support and augment the discharge process back to the locality.
- Will work with the MDT identifying barriers to discharge, and how these can be resolved, ensuring the safe discharge of the individual.
- Will be completing Care Act and commissioning experience with the local authority and ICB. Knowledge of Section 117 aftercare needs and being part of this process in discharge planning in partnership with the inpatient teams.
- Will be responsible for supporting the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions within agreed parameters, to ensure meaningful admission and safe, appropriate discharge.
- Acknowledge that part of the move away from CPA that care plans will be personalised and individualised to meet the needs of the individual in the local community setting.
- Involved family and carers as part of the care planning/discharge process acknowledging their views.
- Working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g. Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007 and our responsibilities within such legislation.
- Tribunal report writing with an understanding of the Mental health Act.
- Will be responsible for ensuring effective communication pathways exist.
- Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.
- Will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence based care as appropriate. Providing CMHT staff with guidance and advice regarding processes.
- To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team, and act up for the Team Manager in their absence as appropriate. To act as a role model and supervise less experienced staff.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, or, Social Worker, or, Occupational Therapist
- Excellent written and spoken English
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate CPD post-qualification
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post registration experience at qualified practitioner level within Mental Health of at least 2 years
- Excellent communication skills, utilise a number of methods including verbal, written, electronic and presentation skills with an ability to tailor the message to a varied audience
Desirable
- Experience of working within mental health services
- Previous experience of working within the community
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour:
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g. Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007 and our responsibilities within such legislation
- An understanding of the principles of Safeguarding
- Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of equality and diversity issues and the ability to integrate into employment policies and practices
- Understanding of current NHS/Social Care policies/practices relating to Mental Health
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Access to a vehicle and ability for timely travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings, etc.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse, or, Social Worker, or, Occupational Therapist
- Excellent written and spoken English
Desirable
- Evidence of appropriate CPD post-qualification
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post registration experience at qualified practitioner level within Mental Health of at least 2 years
- Excellent communication skills, utilise a number of methods including verbal, written, electronic and presentation skills with an ability to tailor the message to a varied audience
Desirable
- Experience of working within mental health services
- Previous experience of working within the community
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Shares the Trust's Beliefs and models this in their attitude and behaviour:
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g. Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007 and our responsibilities within such legislation
- An understanding of the principles of Safeguarding
- Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of equality and diversity issues and the ability to integrate into employment policies and practices
- Understanding of current NHS/Social Care policies/practices relating to Mental Health
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Access to a vehicle and ability for timely travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings, etc.
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).
