Job overview
To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective and
efficient response to referrals from the Emergency Department and
Medical wards in the Acute trust
To assess, risk manage and appropriately refer on and signpost all
patients referred who need assessment and/or follow up from mental
health services.
As part of the team to ensure the development of an effective interface
between the team and other mental health services, and contribute to the
development of the team’s gateway and assessment role.
To provide information and clinical support to police and ambulance staff
in order to help them make appropriate decisions.
Main duties of the job
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To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide an effective and efficient
response to referrals from the Emergency Department and Medical wards in the Acute trust
To assess, risk manage and appropriately refer on and signpost all patients referred who need assessment and/or follow up from mental health services.
As part of the team to ensure the development of an effective interfaces between the team and other mental health services, and contribute to the development of the team’s gateway and assessment role.
To provide information and clinical support to police and ambulance staff in order to help them make appropriate decisions.
The role at times will involve working between the boroughs when service provision requires it
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
If you are a registered mental health professional with experience in assessing and supporting individuals of any age, either children and young people, working age or older adults and would like to be part of a growing and developing service we would like to hear from you. You will be able to undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments, develop effective risk management plans, provide brief interventions and appropriately signpost and make onward referrals for individuals who come through the range of services within the general hospital. The role is extremely varied and provides a unique opportunity to develop skills across different service areas. The focus of the team is supporting people to receive high quality care in a holistic and person centered way. There is an emphasis on working with non-mental health colleagues within the hospital, sharing knowledge and skills and advocating for the mental health and wellbeing of service users.
As part of this dynamic and progressive multidisciplinary team you will also be involved in effective interfacing between teams, other mental health services and agencies such as the Police, NWAS and the local authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the development of an expanding service offer supported by additional investment.
As part of the Liaison Mental Health service you can expect professional support and development in this exciting and challenging area of work. You will be joining a friendly and supportive team at Tameside General Hospital and will receive regular management and clinical supervision and have opportunities to engage in CPD. As a valued member of the liaison team you will be fully involved in all service developments and given opportunities to support quality improvement.
The service runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so posts will be worked on a shift basis with 24 hour working required including bank holidays, weekends and some rotational night duties.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
To assess the patient’s mental health needs and aid access to the appropriate service.
To help manage any presenting risks and liaise with any family and agencies as needed.
To ensure safe discharge of patients back to the GP where appropriate.
To participate in the prioritisation of referrals to the team and management of the workload.
To provide effective, evidence based assessments and short-term interventions (if appropriate) for people requiring a mental health service.
To be responsible for own record keeping standards and in-putting to information systems.
To participate in the service development of the team, and take part in team business and practice meetings.
To contribute to learning outcomes for student placements within the team.
To ensure adherence to operational policies and participate in audits to monitor quality of care.
Looking to support the police/NWAS with follow up for regular mental health presenters.
To support recording of performance information and to look for opportunities to support the role; which will give impetus to fund it past its current term.
This job description is not exhaustive, but is intended to give an overall picture of the role. Other duties within the general scope of the post may be required from time to time. The duties of the post and job description can be reviewed through the agreed process.
Person specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Professional registration in health or social care with up to date accreditation / CPD-RMN, Dip SW, BSc Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
Desirable criteria
* Educated to degree level.
* Accredited skills based training.
* Training related to management skills, teaching, staff development and supervison
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Knowledge of national legislation and guidance.
* Knowledge of evidence based/contemporary mental health practice.
* Ability to identify and co-ordinate effective risk assessment and management.
* Sound knowledge of working with the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act Legislation and DOLS.
Desirable criteria
* Awareness of a range of evidence based interventions.
* Awareness of issues of liaison with Emergency Department / Medical wards.
Experience
Essential criteria
* Substantial post registration experience working in acute mental health services.
* Experience in working with children/young people
Desirable criteria
* Working in a Crisis/A&E Liaison Team.
* Providing Supervision
* Leading/co-ordinating multi-disciplinary teamwork.
* Service development/ managing change
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Skills in Assessment/Care-management and Planning
* Experience/skills working in partnership with a broad range of colleagues, service users, and carers
* Skills in a range of evidence based practice.
* Demonstration of sound professional judgement & communication skills (verbal and written)
* Ability to manage effectively under pressure.
* Ability to supervise staff, set standards, monitor performance and promote staff development
* Excellent organisational, problem solving/prioritisation skills
* Awareness of and commitment to, anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
Desirable criteria
* Leadership skills/abilities
* Ability to use IT systems across PCFT
Work Related Circumstances
Essential criteria
* Flexible working across division if necessary.
* Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
* Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure
* Be able to work a range of shifts over a 24 hour, 7 day period on a rotational basis
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
Sponsorship - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
What happens after your application has been received?
You will be informed about the progress of your application following shortlisting via email. Only applicants who clearly demonstrate the criteria listed in the person specification will be shortlisted for interview. Interview invites will be sent out via email.
What happens if I am offered the position after interview?
The hiring manager will make contact with you to verbally offer you the position. The hiring manager will then inform Recruitment of the decision and provide relevant paperwork. You will be sent a formal conditional offer via email.
What pre-employment checks will I need to complete?
By conducting pre-employment checks, the recruitment team will verify that you meet the pre-conditions of the role you have been offered. Pre-employment checks will be carried out according to. The checks are:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to NHS will be required to provide to cover the most recent three years. This information will used to validate employment history and references as part of pre-employment checks.
If you are offer a position with is and you require sponsorship to support your right to work, we will review your eligibility in line with. If the role you have been offer is not eligible for sponsorship, and you are not able to evidence your right to work, your conditional offer could be withdrawn.
What happens when pre-employment checks are complete?
Recruitment will liaise with you and the hiring manager to arrange a start date for your new position. You will then be booked on to a Trust Welcome Session and be sent your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
Other important information
* We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and recognise the importance of ensuring our diverse service user population is reflected within our workforce. Unfortunately, we know that, at present, there is underrepresentation of our communities in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from diverse communities to help us grow, learn, be better and consider brilliant innovation diverse people bring.
* If you would like to be considered under the disability confident scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria on the person specification for the post.
* If you require reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process please phone us on 0161 716 3181 at the earliest opportunity. We will support you to complete your application.
* Unfortunately we are not able to guarantee the transfer of lease cars, or cover the costs of early termination charges.
* We have a strict policy on unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Please do not contact our hiring managers directly.
We reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received. To ensure you application is considered, please submit at the earliest opportunity.