Are you a Registered Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, or Social Worker? Are you passionate about your profession and keen to make a positive difference in people's lives? Are you looking for a new career adventure and wanting a rewarding new challenge? Then the Lincoln Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team could be for you!
The Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Service is a predominantly community-based service that provides mental state and risk assessments for referred service users presenting with acute mental ill health or distress. It offers initial and ongoing health and social care tailored to each individual's needs, ensuring care plans involve service users and their carers.
The post holder will coordinate care, conduct assessments, plan, and deliver evidence-based care to a defined group of service users and their carers within the service area. The role includes providing professional advice and support to other agencies and multidisciplinary team members. The work involves collaboration within the Crisis Team, which includes the Home Treatment Team, Assessment Team, Police Force Control Room, and Crisis Vehicular Response Service.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing high-standard clinical care, including assessments, treatment, and discharge planning using advanced clinical reasoning and appropriate assessment tools.
* Working flexibly across a 7-day service.
* Managing caseloads and ensuring clinical practice meets high standards and contributes to service productivity goals.
* Maintaining up-to-date care plans, risk assessments, and reviews.
* Assessing individuals' mental health, recognizing mental illness, and supporting behavior management and change.
* Developing and reviewing support programs for carers and families.
* Protecting individuals from abuse, neglect, and harm.
* Supporting independent living skills and community integration.
Additional duties include:
* Collaborating effectively with team members and external agencies for optimal clinical decision-making.
* Maintaining accurate clinical records and risk assessments.
* Adhering to professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation.
* Developing clinical practice in line with guidelines.
* Providing leadership within the Crisis Team and seeking opportunities for professional development.
* Participating in clinical governance activities and quality improvement projects.
* Providing supervision to Band 5 and Band 3 staff.
* Engaging in project work and developing professional networks to enhance care pathways.
* Contributing to staff training and development programs.
Working for Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, you'll be part of a highly rated organization committed to high-quality care, staff well-being, and service innovation. We offer flexible working options, extensive training, and a diverse, inclusive environment. Join us to help shape the future of mental health services in Lincolnshire!
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