Overview
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As one of the 12 early implementer sites for integrated community mental health services, we are expanding our community mental health offer. Our new services are centred around the Primary Care Networks and aimed at comprehensive engagement with Integrated Care Systems using a whole person, whole population health approach. These new teams enable and support people to access mental health services wherever and whenever they need it and support individuals to manage their mental health in their local community.
We are seeking skilled and enthusiastic individuals to join the team. You will be employed by West London NHS Trust and will play a key role in developing pathways of care within the local community mental health team (MINT). This role provides opportunities for mentoring, career progression, and continued education.
We are seeking applications from Registered Mental Health Nurses who have experience of working in community services.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have
* Prior experience of working across a range of community mental health settings and with a range of mental health diagnoses/needs
* Knowledge of and experience in delivering a range of brief interventions to patients with mental health needs
* Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to use these to strengthen local relationships with the local MINT Teams
West London NHS Trust is a diverse healthcare provider delivering mental health, physical health, and community services. The Trust operates across multiple sites in London and employs a large workforce with diverse backgrounds.
Responsibilities
* Develop pathways of care within the local community mental health team (MINT).
* Support access to mental health services in the community and help individuals manage their mental health locally.
* Mentor or be mentored as part of career progression and continued education.
* Collaborate with Primary Care Networks and Integrated Care Systems to promote a whole person, whole population health approach.
Qualifications
* Registered Mental Health Nurse with experience in community services
* Experience delivering brief interventions for mental health needs
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Health Care Provider
* Industries: Mental Health Care
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