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JOB PURPOSE
The post holder will work within the Adult Mental Health Team, providing mental health treatment in the community for patients with mental needs identified within Cluster 4-17 Supporting patients to work towards their own recovery. The post holder will act as CPA Care Co-ordinator for a case load of patients. The post holder will also provide home treatment for patients experiencing a mental health crisis.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To work independently as part of a multi-disciplinary team to, assess, plan, and implement patient specific programmes of care/ interventions under the Care Programme Approach, contributing to the continuous assessment of patients.
Speciality lead in Day hospital regarding clients with personality disorder; supporting junior members of staff in managing clients with complex needs; supporting the development of skills.
To undertake mental health assessments using your professional knowledge, skills, and evidence-based practice.
To function effectively across a variety of environments (e.g., wards, department, homes etc.) involving changing and demanding conditions.
To use a comprehensive range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients, their careers and families and colleagues, GP's, and external agencies such as the police; social services; voluntary sectors supporting those with mental health issues. This may include people who may have difficulties with understanding or communication.
To work in partnership with patients to agree goals and treatment proposals, gaining valid informed consent.
To have a working knowledge and understanding of the relevant legal frameworks: Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, NHS and Community Care Act, National Assistance Act and fulfil the statutory duties of the NHS and the local authorities.
Please contact me on [email protected]
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Contract Type
Temporary
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Specialism
Nursing
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Working pattern
Flexi Working
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Job ref
Req/605220
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Expiry date
08 June 2024
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