We are looking to appoint a motivated support worker or assistant psychologist / practitioner to work on the exciting NIHR-funded study Mouth Matters in Mental Health 2. People with severe mental health difficulties (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder) often experience poor oral health and find it difficult to attend the dentist. This project aims to improve access to dental services in people with severe mental health difficulties. Our ultimate aim is to reduce health inequalities in people with mental health difficulties.
The support worker would receive training and supervision to deliver a 'link work intervention' offering practice and motivational support to people with severe mental health difficulties around attending a dentist. This is an excellent opportunity to develop research and clinical skills, and work with a multidisciplinary research team that includes clinical psychologists, mental health nurses, and dentists. The position is full time for 33 months and could be a secondment or fixed-term contract. We are keen to support the ongoing career development of the post holder.
The support worker would receive training and supervision to deliver a 'link work intervention' offering practice and motivational support to people with severe mental health difficulties around attending a dentist.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop research and clinical skills, and work with a multidisciplinary research team that includes clinical psychologists, mental health nurses, and dentists.
The position is full time for 33 months renewable annually and could be a secondment or fixed-term contract. We are keen to support the ongoing career development of the post holder.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Dr Robert Griffiths Job title: Cheif Investigator Email address: robert.griffiths-
Natalie Welsh