Job summary
Are you a person-centred practitioner wanting to make a difference to the lives of our patients?
The Wigan EDIT team (Early Detection and Intervention Team) are a small but motivated team who provide mental health care for patients at risk of developing psychosis (age 14-35) or bipolar disorder (age 14-25). We are currently based on the Frist floor at the Leigh Sports village however cover the whole of the Wigan Borough . The team also utilise a flexible working approach, mixing working from home with being based in the office and seeing patients within the community.
An opportunity has arisen to work as the team duty practitioner 3 days a week for a fixed 12 month period to cover team maternity leave. Full in house training will be provided for the successful applicant.
We are a primary care service open Monday to Friday 9-5pm and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to support and influence the care patients and their families/carers receive from mental health services.
Main duties of the job
- Role of assessment practitioner involves managing and responding to enquires and referrals within the Early Detection and Intervention Team (EDIT- Primary care Psychology Service).
- Carrying out initial assessments (CAARMS & SCID assessments, with another practitioner where appropriate) and responding to new referrals. If referral not suitable, facilitate passing referral onto appropriate service.
- Monitoring staff whereabouts and management of lone working processes.
- Dealing with any clients / carers in crisis and signposting to secondary services.
- To participate in the assessment of people referred to the team with complex care needs, safeguarding concerns and substantial disability in context of their Mental Health Difficulties.
To participate in the operational systems and the development of EDIT.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over6,400members of staff, who deliver services from more than160locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Job description
Job responsibilities
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate degree in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Additional qualification or training relevant to the role
Experience
Essential
- Post qualifying experience in mental health
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of FEP/ARMS or mental health assessments.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of delivery of PSI interventions
Other
Essential
- Commitment to values of social inclusion, recovery, and partnership Able to work flexibly. Able to travel extensively across the wide footprint of the Trust to carry out the duties of the role.
Desirable
- High level interpersonal skills for effective working relationships and clinical effectiveness.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate degree in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work or Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Additional qualification or training relevant to the role
Experience
Essential
- Post qualifying experience in mental health
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of FEP/ARMS or mental health assessments.
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of delivery of PSI interventions
Other
Essential
- Commitment to values of social inclusion, recovery, and partnership Able to work flexibly. Able to travel extensively across the wide footprint of the Trust to carry out the duties of the role.
Desirable
- High level interpersonal skills for effective working relationships and clinical effectiveness.
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).
