Under the daily supervision of mental healthpractitioners, the post holder will work as part of the multi-disciplinary teamto support the delivery of recovery care plans for clients with a range ofmental health presentations in the community. Primary Care, Complex Care Teams and Third sectororganisations.
The post holder will work intensively with people tosupport them in their home, preventing hospital admission and facilitatinghospital discharge.
The post holder will be expected to work to a clearlydefined personal recovery plan outlining their role and the range ofinterventions required. This will include a significant monitoring role ofpeople on behalf of the team.
To communicate effectively with people using services takinginto account any communication difficulties they may have and respondingappropriately.
To participate in,support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes toimprove the quality of life and mental state of the person using services.
Take part in theconstant assessment of risk and management of risk in conjunction with thequalified staff.
To liaise appropriately with other Agencies as part ofsupporting the delivery of care.
This may require intensive input and /or regular monitoringas directed by the mental health practitioners within the team and inaccordance with the recovery care plan.
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.
These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. 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.
To communicate effectively with people using services taking into account any communication difficulties they may have and responding appropriately.
To participate in, support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes to improve the quality of life and mental state of the person using services.
To offer emotional support, advice, information and education where appropriate to people using services, carers and their family including signposting them to other services.
To foster and maintain good working relations with members of other community teams, health and social care workers and inpatient services. Giving information and assistance to people using services and their carers so that they are aware of their rights, entitlements and the contents of their recovery care plan.
To communicate any changes in the persons presentation to the care co-ordinator or appropriate professional in a timely manner.
Take part in the constant assessment of risk and management of risk in conjunction with the qualified staff.
Be punctual for work and conduct themselves in a professional manner in accordance with Trust Policies.
Use community resources appropriate to the needs of people using services.
To liaise appropriately with other Agencies as part of supporting the delivery of care.
This may require intensive input and /or regular monitoring as directed by the mental health practitioners within the team and in accordance with the recovery care plan.
Monitor mental health through observations and report changes to qualified staff so that the care plan can be kept fully up to date. Monitor basic health e.g. diet, hygiene and sleep and assist in addressing identified needs.
Work with people using services and their carers to achieve the objectives of the care plan.
Encourage social/physical activities as identified within the care plan.
To participate in, support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes to improve the persons quality of life. To record contacts, interventions and observations on the electronic care record and seek appropriate professional validation.
To comply with all DPT policies, protocols, procedures relevant to the role.
To complete all core training requirements and other appropriate training courses pertinent to the role, as agreed by the team leader.
Helping to maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the environment (including equipment).
To have knowledge and understanding of counter fraud.
The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finance, but they will need to adhere to relevant Trust policies on financial issues.
To work (with daily supervision from an identified mental health practitioner) on their own with people in their own homes and other settings in the community or as part of another role.
To actively participate in regular supervision from a mental health practitioner and an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy.
To participate in and support students learning along with other members of the team
Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of Trust policies and local protocols and keeping up-to-date with changes.
Work in accordance with lone working policy.
To communicate effectively with people using services taking into account any communication difficulties they may have and responding appropriately.
To participate in, support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes to improve the quality of life and mental state of the person using services.
To offer emotional support, advice, information and education where appropriate to people using services, carers and their family including signposting them to other services.
To foster and maintain good working relations with members of other community teams, health and social care workers and inpatient services. Giving information and assistance to people using services and their carers so that they are aware of their rights, entitlements and the contents of their recovery care plan.
To communicate any changes in the persons presentation to the care co-ordinator or appropriate professional in a timely manner.
Take part in the constant assessment of risk and management of risk in conjunction with the qualified staff.
Be punctual for work and conduct themselves in a professional manner in accordance with Trust Policies.
Use community resources appropriate to the needs of people using services.
To liaise appropriately with other Agencies as part of supporting the delivery of care.
This may require intensive input and /or regular monitoring as directed by the mental health practitioners within the team and in accordance with the recovery care plan.
Monitor mental health through observations and report changes to qualified staff so that the care plan can be kept fully up to date. Monitor basic health e.g. diet, hygiene and sleep and assist in addressing identified needs.
Work with people using services and their carers to achieve the objectives of the care plan.
Encourage social/physical activities as identified within the care plan.
To participate in, support and maintain positive interventions and planned activity programmes to improve the persons quality of life. To record contacts, interventions and observations on the electronic care record and seek appropriate professional validation.
To comply with all DPT policies, protocols, procedures relevant to the role.
To complete all core training requirements and other appropriate training courses pertinent to the role, as agreed by the team leader.
Helping to maintain cleanliness and tidiness of the environment (including equipment).
To have knowledge and understanding of counter fraud.
The post holder will have no direct responsibility for finance, but they will need to adhere to relevant Trust policies on financial issues.
To work (with daily supervision from an identified mental health practitioner) on their own with people in their own homes and other settings in the community or as part of another role.
To actively participate in regular supervision from a mental health practitioner and an annual appraisal in accordance with Trust policy.
To participate in and support students learning along with other members of the team
Maintain confidentiality of information being aware of Trust policies and local protocols and keeping up-to-date with changes.
Work in accordance with lone working policy.
To complete the Care Certificate within the first 6 months of employment unless already obtained or evidence of equivalent agreed and signed off by the appointing manager at interview. If not, this will be a trainee position until successful completion
NVQ level 3, QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
Other evidence of training or development relevant to working within mental health settings.
Previous care experience with people who have Mental Health difficulties.
To complete the Care Certificate within the first 6 months of employment unless already obtained or evidence of equivalent agreed and signed off by the appointing manager at interview. If not, this will be a trainee position until successful completion
NVQ level 3, QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
Other evidence of training or development relevant to working within mental health settings.
Previous care experience with people who have Mental Health difficulties.
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
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