Job summary
To promote and develop the Neurodevelopmental Service in CAMHS by providing clinical and professional leadership in development and implementation of evidence-based practices to support people with a learning disability.
To co-ordinate and facilitate high-quality person-centred specialist health care for children and young people with learning disabilities within CAMHS and the community setting.
To ensure seamless care provision between mainstream Hospital services, Primary Care services, GP surgeries and specialist learning disability services to reduce health inequalities.
Providing nursing advice, education and direct support on complex health care needs of people with a learning disability to individuals, families, staff and provider services
For further information on this role, or an informal discussion, please contact Toni Cooper at t.cooper1@health.gov.je
Main duties of the job
To promote and develop the Neurodevelopmental Service in CAMHS by providing clinical and
professional leadership in development and implementation of evidence-based practices to support
people with a learning disability.
To co-ordinate and facilitate high-quality person-centred specialist health care for children and young
people with learning disabilities within CAMHS and the community setting.
To ensure seamless care provision between mainstream Hospital services, Primary Care services, GP
surgeries and specialist learning disability services to reduce health inequalities.
Providing nursing advice, education and direct support on complex health care needs of people with a
learning disability to individuals, families, staff and provider services
About us
Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west
coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The
island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40
daily flights in and out of the island
Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive
society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life
balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm
summers and mild winters.
Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey
Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since
1290, which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The
Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax
system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship
with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international
relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British
citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel
Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers extensive and quality
healthcare services, with private and state supported options available. The
NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are delivered by Health and
Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care services will be
provided at an added cost.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for liaising with Hospital, , Learning Disability Services, Schools, Children's Service,
CAMHS mental health practitioners and all other relevant carers in order to facilitate an effective
health care pathway for people with a learning disability.
Enhance care delivery by promoting a whole system approach to achieve positive outcomes within
a multi-agency/disciplinary partnership.
Engage with all health care services to promote the rights of individuals with a learning disability
to access an equitable service and reasonable adjustments are made in order to meet individual
needs.
Participate in the development and review of policies and procedures to ensure the health needs
of people with a learning disability are considered and in particular, to develop processes and
pathways within referrals and admissions to health care services
Provide learning disability & awareness training to staff from Hospital & GP practices, acute
services, other health professions, students, approved providers and third sector staff.
Maintain as part of continual professional development up to date clinical learning disability &
knowledge/skills, using information to affect change in practice and ensure dissemination of new
knowledge working within equality and diversity guidance, to reduce discrimination and
disadvantage by making access to health services equitable.
Provide knowledge and advice to care staff on complex health needs of people with learning
disabilities (e.g. dementia, epilepsy, syndrome specific etc.)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for liaising with Hospital, , Learning Disability Services, Schools, Children's Service,
CAMHS mental health practitioners and all other relevant carers in order to facilitate an effective
health care pathway for people with a learning disability.
Enhance care delivery by promoting a whole system approach to achieve positive outcomes within
a multi-agency/disciplinary partnership.
Engage with all health care services to promote the rights of individuals with a learning disability
to access an equitable service and reasonable adjustments are made in order to meet individual
needs.
Participate in the development and review of policies and procedures to ensure the health needs
of people with a learning disability are considered and in particular, to develop processes and
pathways within referrals and admissions to health care services
Provide learning disability & awareness training to staff from Hospital & GP practices, acute
services, other health professions, students, approved providers and third sector staff.
Maintain as part of continual professional development up to date clinical learning disability &
knowledge/skills, using information to affect change in practice and ensure dissemination of new
knowledge working within equality and diversity guidance, to reduce discrimination and
disadvantage by making access to health services equitable.
Provide knowledge and advice to care staff on complex health needs of people with learning
disabilities (e.g. dementia, epilepsy, syndrome specific etc.)
Person Specification
General Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Skilled in independently coordinating clients in an agreed caseload.
- Excellent communication and report writing skills, Typing/IT
- skills.
- Adaptable and flexible to meet changing needs.
Desirable
- Effective presentation skills Conflict resolution Communicates effectively
- across all levels.
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (RNLD/RNMH/RNID)Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
- Professional Degree.
Desirable
- 2 years post qualifying experience including 1 years recent experience in
- specialty area Relevant post qualifying speciality award or evidence
- of professional development Working towards 120 credits at Level 7.
Experience
Essential
- Professional knowledge across a range of health-related procedures
- underpinned by theory Knowledge of relevant local national policies including Safeguarding & Disability AND Capacity and Self Determination
- Law (2016) & Children and young Peoples Law 2022 Skilled practitioner in assessing health needs of individuals. Proficient in clinical assessment
- and coordination of care packages.
Desirable
- Knowledge of behavioural methodology (Positive Behaviour Support)
Person Specification
General Skills/Attributes
Essential
- Skilled in independently coordinating clients in an agreed caseload.
- Excellent communication and report writing skills, Typing/IT
- skills.
- Adaptable and flexible to meet changing needs.
Desirable
- Effective presentation skills Conflict resolution Communicates effectively
- across all levels.
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (RNLD/RNMH/RNID)Teaching/Mentorship Qualification
- Professional Degree.
Desirable
- 2 years post qualifying experience including 1 years recent experience in
- specialty area Relevant post qualifying speciality award or evidence
- of professional development Working towards 120 credits at Level 7.
Experience
Essential
- Professional knowledge across a range of health-related procedures
- underpinned by theory Knowledge of relevant local national policies including Safeguarding & Disability AND Capacity and Self Determination
- Law (2016) & Children and young Peoples Law 2022 Skilled practitioner in assessing health needs of individuals. Proficient in clinical assessment
- and coordination of care packages.
Desirable
- Knowledge of behavioural methodology (Positive Behaviour Support)
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).