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Job Summary
To participate in the provision of high quality care. This will involve assessing, supporting and monitoring service users who are experiencing mental health issues. The role involves working in a variety of community settings, liaising and co-working with other services (statutory and non-statutory) and working with carers and families in homes, clinics or other environments such as hostels, supported living and residential settings.
Main duties of the job
* Work as a Care-coordinator or Lead Professional within the team in planning, delivery, coordination and evaluation of assessments and formulation.
* Work closely and collaboratively with other team members including therapists, medical professionals, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff.
* Carry out complex person-centred assessments.
* Ensure that all care offered is evidence based and interventions take into account physical, cultural, psychological and spiritual needs of service users.
* Assess care needs, devise care programmes and packages of care including risk assessment and Dialog+; implement and evaluate these in collaboration with service users and their carers.
* Support and mentor less experienced staff, support workers and students on placement within the team.
* Undertake duties to extend clinical and managerial expertise as delegated by the Team Manager when required.
* Undertake comprehensive outcome monitoring of all referrals.
About Us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 4000 colleagues in mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. The organisation aims to provide first class care and uphold its vision and values. See organisational strategy and benefits on the official sites listed below.
Employer information and links (for reference only):
* Organisation: RDaSH
* Site: Tickhill Road Site, Tickhill Road Hospital, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Details
* Band: 6
* Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annum, pro rata
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Job responsibilities and requirements
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view full details about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
* Appropriate experience either pre- or post-qualification in the field of mental health
* Experience in crisis management and dealing with complex needs
Knowledge/Skills
* Knowledge and understanding of current mental health issues
* Understanding of the Care Programme
* Ability to fulfill a care co-ordinator role
* Range of intervention skills
* Problem-solving skills
Qualifications
Essential
* Registered Mental Nurse (RMN)
* Evidence of Accredited Post Registration Training in a relevant subject
Desirable
* Psychological interventions experience or training/qualification
Disclosures
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Other
UK registration and sponsorship information applies as per NHS/Judiciary guidelines. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Location
Tickhill Road Site, Tickhill Road Hospital, Doncaster, DN4 8QN
Note: This job listing may include boilerplate text and external links; only the above sections reflect the core role, duties, and requirements.
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