Job Overview
It is an extraordinary time for specialist perinatal mental health services across the UK, with a growing national and local focus on service development and expanding access for new and expectant mothers. The national ambition is to improve outcomes for an increasing number of women over a 5-year period through investment in resources and broadening of interventions available. The perinatal period includes from conception up until one year following the birth of the baby and is a critical time for prevention and treatment for women at risk of serious mental ill health. Providing a unique opportunity for intervention and change, this role aims to improve outcomes for mothers, their families, and ultimately society in the longer term.
Main duties of the job
1. Work jointly with care coordinators from CMHTs managing a small, complex, and challenging caseload of pregnant women or those with an infant up to one year old.
2. Conduct both single-handed and joint high-quality mental health assessments to identify mental health needs for individuals referred to the Perinatal Mental Health Service.
3. Manage a defined client caseload in consultation with the Team Manager, Clinical Team Leader, and team.
4. Utilise the Care Programme Approach (CPA) as defined within the Trust Policy and act as lead practitioner in the care of women under the perinatal service.
5. Ensure all Trust Perinatal service users have a perinatal care plan, which is implemented, including attending and contributing to pre- and post-birth meetings.
6. Manage risks effectively and prioritize interventions accordingly.
7. Maintain effective individualised care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans co-produced with service users.
8. Utilise the Trust's Information Management and Technology system to maintain effective communication and clear, concise documentation for individualised client care.
9. Establish therapeutic relationships with clients and work with fathers, partners, and significant others to provide education, training, and support.
Working for our organisation
EPUT seeks motivated staff who share our values of Care, Learn, and Empower. We offer a range of benefits and development opportunities including:
* Season Ticket Loans
* NHS staff discounts
* Excellent training facilities and opportunities
* Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
* The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand your experience
* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
* Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports flexible working and encourages applicants to discuss options with the recruiting manager. If appointed, you may apply for flexible working from day one.
Join our Staff bank
Our EPUT NHS staff bank hires clinical and non-clinical professionals for shifts at our hospitals and community settings. All permanent staff are enrolled automatically, but working additional shifts is optional. If joining in a fixed-term role, indicate your interest on your paperwork. Staff at risk will be given priority for alternative employment. Post suitability will be assessed before advertisement.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Applicants should write their application personally. Use of AI programs may lead to rejection as applications are a key assessment component. Support is available for those with disabilities.
Important Professional References
Include references covering the last three years of employment. Personal or character references are not accepted. Initial DBS checks are at your expense, deducted from your first salary.
Equal Opportunities Employer
We welcome applications from those with mental health service experience, and are committed to employing more people with learning disabilities. For accessible application formats, contact the Recruitment Department.
Vacancies may close early; check your email regularly. If no response within three weeks of closing, your application was unsuccessful.
Safeguarding and Covid Vaccination
We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff undergo robust recruitment checks. Covid vaccinations are encouraged to protect staff and patients; contact us for more information.
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