Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner
Our vibrant TeignCore Adult Community Mental Health team based in Newton Abbot is lookingfor a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our dynamic, motivated MDT, deliveringhigh quality mental services in our community.As one of the leading providers of mental health services in thecountry, we welcome applications from registered Mental Health Nurses,Learning Disability Nurses, Occupational Therapists, and Social Workers.
We are acollaborative, multi-disciplinary team working closely together to deliver awide range of care through treatment pathways and evidence-basedinterventions, supporting people with complex mental health needs in thecommunity. The role involves assessment, care planning, risk management, andtherapeutic interventions, alongside contributing to service development.
If you are aprofessional who enjoys being creative, diverse, and flexible in yourpractice, you will thrive in this role. The team offers a supportiveenvironment where you can develop your skills, contribute your ideas, andbe valued as an individual.
The team is basedin Newton Abbot with large modern offices near good transport links.
If you arelooking to join a friendly, committed team focused on delivering high-qualitycommunity mental health care, please apply.
For further information or an informaldiscussion, please contact us at the address above.
Main duties of the job
You will be part of the full pathway fromtriage to assessment and treatment. Using goal based outcomes to support apatient centered approach in their recovery journey.
Working with theteam you would be encouraged to share development ideas and consider any newinitiatives that may bring positive improvements to the service.
With amixed case load you will be supported in any training that can support yourcareer development and your professional skills, competencies and interests.
About us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people’s recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience – we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role.
- Assessment of risk and safety planning
- Care planning using patient centre approach using Goal based outcomes
- Working both as an individual and as a team member to deliver safe and effective care in the community
- Working collaboratively with partner agencies within the local community
- Delivery of therapeutic interventions both one to one and as part of group work.
- Being actively mobile to help access to clients that may not be able to attend the base.
- Ensuring all records are up dated daily to ensure safe effective practice
- Support junior staff with supervision and training
- Support students in their development when on placement
- Engage with reflective practice and supervision both management and clinical
- Be part of the physical health screening offering basic physical health monitoring of clients on antipsychotic medication
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
- Computer literacy including MS Office
- Ability to manage change in a positive manner
- Ability to be mobile across a geographical area
- Excellent communication skills with service users, carers and colleagues
- Ability to think and work independently/autonomously and with complex case load
- Ability to manage risk.
- Able to plan creatively to maximise effectiveness of care plans.
- Ability to manage own time and that of the teams.
- Excellent clinical assessment skills.
Experience
- Extensive post registration experience working at band 5 or above within mental health services
- Experience of managing/leading a busy caseload of clients with a range of mental health conditions
- Experience of clinically supervising junior and unqualified staff and mentoring students
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.
- An understanding of the NSF and Mental Health Act/ Mental Health Capacity Act requirements.
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
- Mentoring students in line with professional requirements
- Evidence of leadership/management training within a core service
- Awareness of community structures and social care management responsibilities
- Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health
Qualifications
- A professional mental health qualification eg RMN / RNLD, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT, SROT, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, on the appropriate professional body register and hold current registration with no restrictions.
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
- Post graduate qualification relevant to specialism
- Training to level 3 in Safeguarding children and young people: roles and competencies for Health Care staff
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.
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