Job summary
Cwm Taf Morganng is looking for a forward thinking and compassionate band 6 CPN.
This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidates to become part of a strong, well-established MDT with a clear service user focus and close working partnerships with other health professionals and the local authority.
The post holder will manage their own case load of patients, have excellent communication skills, possess a positive attitude to working with people with complex Mental health needs, whilst working effectively within the MDT.
The Rhondda CMHT are based at Pentre Municipal Buildings and the Taff Ely CMHT based at Dewi Sant Health Park.
The teams are supportive and inclusive, and opportunities for training and development are promoted within the role.
Main duties of the job
To deliver evidence based holistic care to clients within the context of a multi-disciplinary, multi-agency community mental health service.
To hold a clinical caseload providing comprehensive assessment, care and treatment to clients referred to the Community Mental Health Team in accordance with Part 2 of the Mental Health (Wales) Measure 2010
Promote a positive working culture, working collaboratively with service users ensuring that their views and ideas are heard and equal.
Foster robust, open and positive working relationships with all partners in particular Local Authority and other mental health services and the 3rd sector, ensuring that all partners are treated with dignity and respect
Proactively contribute to the continuing improvement and development of community mental health services, within an environment that welcomes new ideas and listens to everyone.
The post holder will be guided by broad occupational policies and will frequently work as a lone worker.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board is part of the NHS Wales family. Our Health Board provides primary, secondary and community health and wellbeing services to around 450,000 people living in three County Boroughs: Bridgend Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf.
We live by our core values:
- We listen, learn and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We all work together as one team
We are a proud local employer; around 80% of our 15000 workforce live within our region, making our staff not only our lifeblood of our organisation but of the diverse communities that we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
Desirable
- Previous community experience
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post- registration specialist training & continuing professional development activity
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound working knowledge of the legal and policy framework underpinning mental health service provision e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Frameworks, mental health Measure.
Achievement
Essential
- Evidence of achievement in clinical practice within the area of speciality e.g. adult mental health, older person's mental health.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Mental Health Nurse
Desirable
- Previous community experience
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post- registration specialist training & continuing professional development activity
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound working knowledge of the legal and policy framework underpinning mental health service provision e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, National Service Frameworks, mental health Measure.
Achievement
Essential
- Evidence of achievement in clinical practice within the area of speciality e.g. adult mental health, older person's mental health.
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).
