Overview
Primary Care Mental Health Support Worker. Fixed term / secondment for 10 months. The post will involve working within the Primary Care Mental Health Service in Inverness and will provide an opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary community based team in partnership with GP, Primary Care, third sector and CMHT colleagues, delivering psychological therapy programs with individuals who present with mild to moderate mental health problems using a strength-based recovery focused approach that involves the patient as a partner in their care planning. The post holder will undertake duties including individual sessions as well as collaborative group work, in GP surgeries and other community environments. Some input will be on a virtual basis using digital platforms (e.g. Near Me).
The service will provide sessional input to GP practices within the cluster areas and form an integral part of mental health care at Tier 1 level.
Responsibilities
* Deliver individual sessions and collaborative group work within a multidisciplinary team.
* Support patients using a strength-based, recovery-focused approach and involve them as partners in care planning.
* Work in local GP surgeries and other community environments; some input may be virtual.
* Provide sessional input to GP practices within the cluster areas as part of Tier 1 mental health care provision.
* Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to service development.
Qualifications and requirements
* Person-centred; motivated to improve outcomes for others; able to interact comfortably with people.
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, innovative and responsible for ongoing professional development.
* Prior experience in a mental health setting is advantageous; supervision and continuous professional development opportunities are provided.
* Confidence in using digital platforms for remote input (e.g., Near Me).
* PVG Scheme membership required.
* A driving licence and access to a car are essential.
Additional information
* Informal Enquiries: Anne Fraser, Primary Care Mental Health Team Lead; Tel: 07929 724 821; email: anne.fraser2@nhs.scot
* Informal Enquiries: Carol Spratt, Adult Mental Health Service Manager; Tel: 07870 162885; email: carol.spratt@nhs.scot
* This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
* NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and invites applications from all sections of society.
Other details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Other
* Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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