Central London Community Health Trust

Merton 0-19 Clincal lead

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Job summary

Specialist Health Visitor in Perinatal and Infant Mental Health (Merton) Band 7

We are looking to recruit an experienced professional to fulfil the Specialist Health Visitor for Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Lead role. The successful candidate will join our passionate team, working across the 0-19 service delivery and the Children's and Adults safeguarding agenda. The role will be based across Merton CBU (clinical business unit).

The successful candidate will hold a small caseload and be responsible for providing relevant consultation, training and support to the universal children's services. The emphasis will be on early intervention, prevention of mental health difficulties, and the promotion of positive relationships between parents and their infants.

The successful candidate will act as a resource for the mainstream 0-19 service providing expert advice and guidance and act as an advocate for families with perinatal/infant mental health concerns with relevant HCPs (health care professionals), agencies and stakeholders.

Main duties of the job

We have adopted a 'think family' approach; our services are progressive and innovative, and we are committed to supporting the workforce and improving outcomes for all clients.

This is an exciting prospect for practitioners who feel passionate about improving and supporting the physical and mental health of the mother and the family environment during pregnancy, infancy and childhood.

About us

Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster - and Hertfordshire.

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
Support with gaining your driving license *T&C's apply
Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
Flexible working options
Annual travel card loan
Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

At CLCH we appreciate and are proud of the diversity in the communities we serve and the workforce we employ. Applications are open and welcome to anyone, regardless of your age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, and disability. We are proud to say that we follow the workforce race equality standard and 28% of our senior staff (8A and above) are from a BAME background. CLCH also has active BAME and LGBTQI networks.

Date posted

04 August 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,178 to £55,492 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

824-SOUTH-9210

Job locations

Acacia Children's Centre

LONDON

CR4 1SD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Scope the current provision across the boroughs relating to perinatal and infant mental health (PIMH) and provide an analysis of any gaps in service or practice.

To act as a role model demonstrating highly specialist knowledge in health visiting practice as the HIA lead for PIMH, that is underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practice experience.

To identify, prioritise and implement programmes of care that meets the public health needs of the population for the defined High Impact Area of maternal mental health.

Plan, organise, evaluate and where appropriate, delegate to other members of the Health Visiting team to ensure delivery of a high quality service.

To ensure provision associated with the HIA attends to the needs of children identified as at risk and / or with complex needs, taking appropriate action when required.

To maintain links and work closely with the Safeguarding Team.

To have an innovative approach to practice in response to changing service needs and priorities. Acting as a change agent and facilitating the change process.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities