Job summary
37.5 Hours per week - Internal only
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified Social Worker, CPN or
OT, at band 5 level, to work in the South Kirklees Core Team: a well-established
Community Mental Health Team for adults. The post offers a wonderfully diverse
working role encompassing working alongside other professionals within the Core
team and seeking to create supportive and recovery focused care plans with
service users. The Core Team, in
conjunction with the Trauma Informed Personality Disorder Pathway, aims to
provide trauma-informed care to individuals with complex needs. The post-holder
will have the opportunity to work within a friendly, fully integrated multi-disciplinary
team who are dedicated to developing better services guided by trauma-informed
principles of care.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be
fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.
At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.
Main duties of the job
We
are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is flexible and creative in
response to service pressures and patient needs. The role will involve a wide
range of activities including holding a caseload, working alongside other
professionals such as Psychiatry, OT, Psychological therapists and Social
Workers to co produce recovery focused care plans. The Core Team offer a range
of short term interventions such as, helping service users to gain an
understanding of emotional regulations, dealing
with distress, crisis and contingency planning as well as identifying potential
OT interventions or addressing social care issues, including Care Act
Assessments. The Core Team also support service users with more chronic mental
health needs and run Community Clinics and a Treatment Team offering
medications and advice from our Psychiatrists. The Core Team also work with
other local community organisations, such as the Recovery College, to aid a
supportive discharge from secondary mental health services into primary care,
including GPs.
You
will be expected to work with a caseload and be able to work autonomously and
as part of a large team. Regular supervision is available as well as a
commitment to personal and professional development.
For
further details
please contact Louise Tilley, South Kirklees Core Team Manager or Kate Croft,
Associate Practice Governance Coach - 01484 343740.
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
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respectat all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
Honest, open, transparent.
Respectful.
Person first and in the centre.
Improve and be outstanding.
Relevant today, ready for tomorrow.
Families and carers matter.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
JOB SUMMARY
JOB PURPOSE: The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of skilled interventions to address identified needs and risk for allocated clients on a defined caseload. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of aCore CMHT.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
To work as a member of an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing comprehensive assessment of clients and their carers, planning, implementing and evaluating skilled interventions to address identified needs.
To have knowledge of current issues and research relevant to the legislative framework and systems in which mental health care is delivered e.g. CPA, MHA (1983).
To contribute to service development within the clinical governance structure and policies and procedures of the Trust. Adhering to NHS guidance outlined by the relevant statutory registration bodies.
Professional
Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.
To be competent in all aspects of care and risk management as defined within the framework of the care programme approach.
To work collaboratively with clients, carers and multiple other agencies to provide effective care to optimize and maintain clients mental health and overall functioning, ensuring needs are met.
Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Core C.M.H.T. Operational Policy and participates in the team duty rota. To participate in the team duty rota.
Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.
To be responsible for the safe custody, transportation and administration of medicines including I.M. preparations.(if appropriate to qualification)
Education
Provide peer supervision and support to other team members and to take personal responsibility and supervise junior staff in the maintenance of written and electronic client and Trust records including inputting data related to own work activity. To identify any areas of concern to a senior member of staff.
To have an understanding of and participate in the clinical audit process.
To have an awareness of evidence based practice relevant to the specialist area and participate in the education of individuals and target group.
To participate in the Trusts values based appraisal system, understanding appropriate training and participating in personal development opportunities.
Trust Values:
The Trust is committed to ensuring the highest standards of care and treatment and expects that all staff treat people e.g, service users, their carers, relatives, friends, colleagues, visitors etc, with dignity and respectat all time. The post holder must all time act in accordance with the Trusts Values:
Honest, open, transparent.
Respectful.
Person first and in the centre.
Improve and be outstanding.
Relevant today, ready for tomorrow.
Families and carers matter.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students / trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
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).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing mental health problems.
- Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
- Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers.
- Ability to deliver a range of therapeutic techniques which can be incorporated into one to one and / or group interventions.
- Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
Desirable
- Ability to support colleagues and supervise students / trainees.
- Experience of working holistically with adults with an emphasis on coexisting mental and physical health needs that impacts on wellbeing.
Special Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach, Care Act & Safeguarding.
- Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
- Knowledge of working collaboratively with people and their carers to ensure their involvement in the assessment and care planning process.
- Shows awareness of cultural diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care.
- Knowledge and evidence of using IT systems.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carer services/ issues/ assessment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of carers services / issues / assessment.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse / Social Worker / Occupational therapist.
Desirable
- Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
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).
Training
Essential
- Assessment and care planning skills and risk assessment and risk management.
Desirable
- Relevant Post basic qualification and training.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work on as part of MDT.
- Good communication skills. Ability to work on own initiative, with reference to policies and procedures.
- A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
- A willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of services users and the team including extended hours.
- Reliable and enthusiastic.
- Motivated and resourceful.
- Professional attitude.
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
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
