Job overview
The post holder will be a Mental Health Nurse or Mental Health Social Worker within the specialist pathfinder partnership with survivors of sexual abuse and violence. The post is primarily identification of potential survivors who may benefit from pathfinder support including liaising with ISVAs and counsellors and other services and providing support to members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team in relation to risk management and safeguarding issues.
Main duties of the job
Additionally the post holder will deliver clinical appointments within a range of venues including within GP practices as well as partner organisations across Greater Manchester, or a home setting where clients’ needs necessitate this. Clinical appointments include initial face to face mental health, social care and risk assessments (including collecting standardised assessment measures) and case management of an assigned group of clients who require on-going monitoring of their mental health and risk management, emotional and practical support; and the delivery of evidence based interventions for depression, anxiety, and trauma.
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.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To identify potential clients for the pathfinder partnership via waiting list
screening and engagement with ISVAs
• To present potential clients at consultation via the confidential consultation process also liaison with referrers and other service providers to ensure clients are treated in the most appropriate service for their needs.
• To provide a thorough bio-psycho-social assessment of the client (aged 16+), this will include a risk assessment and a care plan.
• To deliver individualised interventions to the client based on individual care plan
• Liaison with all members of the pathfinder partnership, HSP clinicians, Secondary Care Mental Health Services, Voluntary /Statutory agencies across Greater Manchester
• To manage own caseload by delivering brief interventions to the client, and participating in line management to plan endings and allocation of new clients.
• To deliver agreed clinical contacts as set by service
Person specification
Qualifications & Experinance
Essential criteria
* RMN or SW
* Worked within a community NHS setting
* Delivered a variety of therapeutic interventions within a community setting
* Evidence of understanding the needs of survivors of sexual abuse and violence • Managed a community client caseload • Delivered a variety of therapeutic interventions within a community setting
* Managed a community client caseload
Desirable criteria
* Experience of working with individuals who have a history of sexual violence and abuse
* Certificate / diploma in CBT / counselling / Level 3 training in EMDR
📝 Application support - 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 Information - 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
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* 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 Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.
If you have problems applying, contact
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Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
225 Old Street
225 Old Street
OL6 7SR
Telephone
01617163181