Job summary
2 x 37.5 Hours Per Week
An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a Band 6
Practitioner (RMN, OT, Social worker) into the Mental Health Liaison Team.
The Mental Health Liaison Team provides assessment and
intervention to service users within the general hospital setting including
A&E. We cover both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal
Infirmary.
We are an all-age, 24/7 service therefore it is
essential that candidates are able to work shifts including nights, weekends
and bank holidays.
You will be expected to complete skilled comprehensive
mental health assessments of individuals and develop and formulate appropriate
plans for discharge and further care.
The role of the Mental Health Liaison Practitioner is
dynamic and we are looking for someone who is adaptable and able to work well
under pressure within a busy environment.
There is an expectation that you will be able to work
autonomously as well as part of the wider MDT.
Candidates should possess excellent communication skills
and have prior experience in risk assessment.
You will be working within a well-established team that
has an ongoing commitment to providing high quality patient care. We are also
committed to the ongoing professional development of staff and you will have
access to regular supervision and opportunities for further learning.
Informal enquires are welcome.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for completing biopsychosocial assessments of
service users who are presenting with a mental health need within the general
hospital.
This may be in A&E or on an inpatient ward. You will be expected
to complete an accurate and detailed risk assessment and formulate a plan for
discharge or further intervention. This will all then be documented on the
appropriate systems.
You will provide regular clinical advice, support and guidance to the
staff within the acute hospital on the management of patients with mental
health needs.
You will regularly attend and contribute to MDT meetings.
You will regularly support students within the team and act as practice
supervisor/assessor.
You will contribute to a high standard of clinical care being delivered,
ensuring that we are compliant with our response times.
You will liaise regularly with other agencies regarding patient care and
outcomes. This includes services within the trust and also external
agencies.
You will have access to regular supervision and further learning and
development opportunities.
All employees of the Trust are strongly
encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
About us
We
are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
We
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the MHLT to provide a psychiatric
liaison service into Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT) sites,
covering both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
They
will provide skilled assessment, support, advice and guidance for service users
within CHFT who are presenting with a mental health concern. They will work
shifts as part of the 24 hour staff rota in order to ensure the service is
accessible at all times and that referrals are received and responded to within
the commissioned response times.
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post holder will be required to undertake
other duties as required with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
Completing robust biopsychosocial
mental health assessments with service users and formulating a safe and appropriate
plan for discharge or further intervention and follow up.
Completing and
documenting robust risk assessments in accordance with Trust/Organisational
protocols.
Ensuring that service
users are actively involved in the planning of their care.
Ensuring involvement of
families and carers.
Working collaboratively
with other professional groups and partnership organisations (Police, Citizens
Advice, Benefits Agencies, Employment and Housing Associations, Education
Authorities etc).
Maintaining a continuing knowledge
of current evidence based practice.
Maintaining relevant professional body
registration and ensure adherence to statutory codes of practice.
To contribute to ongoing service evaluation
and development of the team.
Recognising and
respecting the cultural and spiritual needs of others.
To regularly engage in clinical
supervision and professional development review processes.
Maintaining records in
line with professional standards and Trust Protocols.
Maintaining confidentiality
of information regarding service users and their families and friends at all
times.
Providing professional advice
and guidance to colleagues within the acute trust around the management of individuals
who are presenting with a mental health concern.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work as part of the MHLT to provide a psychiatric
liaison service into Calderdale and Huddersfield Foundation Trust (CHFT) sites,
covering both Calderdale Royal Hospital and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
They
will provide skilled assessment, support, advice and guidance for service users
within CHFT who are presenting with a mental health concern. They will work
shifts as part of the 24 hour staff rota in order to ensure the service is
accessible at all times and that referrals are received and responded to within
the commissioned response times.
This
job description is an outline of the main duties of the post. The post holder will be required to undertake
other duties as required with the grade as directed.
The content of this post will be reviewed in consultation with the
post holder when necessary and in line with the service developments.
Completing robust biopsychosocial
mental health assessments with service users and formulating a safe and appropriate
plan for discharge or further intervention and follow up.
Completing and
documenting robust risk assessments in accordance with Trust/Organisational
protocols.
Ensuring that service
users are actively involved in the planning of their care.
Ensuring involvement of
families and carers.
Working collaboratively
with other professional groups and partnership organisations (Police, Citizens
Advice, Benefits Agencies, Employment and Housing Associations, Education
Authorities etc).
Maintaining a continuing knowledge
of current evidence based practice.
Maintaining relevant professional body
registration and ensure adherence to statutory codes of practice.
To contribute to ongoing service evaluation
and development of the team.
Recognising and
respecting the cultural and spiritual needs of others.
To regularly engage in clinical
supervision and professional development review processes.
Maintaining records in
line with professional standards and Trust Protocols.
Maintaining confidentiality
of information regarding service users and their families and friends at all
times.
Providing professional advice
and guidance to colleagues within the acute trust around the management of individuals
who are presenting with a mental health concern.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RMN, Social worker or OT
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5/equivalent or above.
- Current or recent experience of working with service users in crisis.
- Experience of working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a liaison service.
- Experience of working with older adults.
- Experience of working with under 18s.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Risk Management.
- Crisis intervention skills
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Skilled in therapeutic assessment related to risk and risk management.
- High degree of understanding in respect of modern mental health issues and developments.
- Fully conversant with local, national and trust wide polices, procedures and protocols.
- Fully conversant with the MHA 1983 and the MCA 2005.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and manage conflicting demands.
- Knowledge of medications and medication management in respect of modern therapeutic care.
- Formulation of complex care plans.
- Multi-disciplinary working, working within a team and ability to work independently.
Desirable
- Knowledge of interventions specifically related to the care of older adults.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivated, flexible, resourceful, adaptable.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good team worker.
Desirable
- A current driving licence and access to a car.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered RMN, Social worker or OT
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 5/equivalent or above.
- Current or recent experience of working with service users in crisis.
- Experience of working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
Desirable
- Experience of working within a liaison service.
- Experience of working with older adults.
- Experience of working with under 18s.
Training
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Risk Management.
- Crisis intervention skills
Special Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Skilled in therapeutic assessment related to risk and risk management.
- High degree of understanding in respect of modern mental health issues and developments.
- Fully conversant with local, national and trust wide polices, procedures and protocols.
- Fully conversant with the MHA 1983 and the MCA 2005.
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and manage conflicting demands.
- Knowledge of medications and medication management in respect of modern therapeutic care.
- Formulation of complex care plans.
- Multi-disciplinary working, working within a team and ability to work independently.
Desirable
- Knowledge of interventions specifically related to the care of older adults.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post.
- A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Reliability, enthusiasm, motivated, flexible, resourceful, adaptable.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Good team worker.
Desirable
- A current driving licence and access to a car.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
