Overview
The role will involve working with young people with a range of complex presenting problems and will include direct therapeutic work. We offer an environment where you can learn and further develop your skills. Supervision will be available from within the team to support you. We have regular education sessions that are led by different members of the multi-disciplinary team and visiting professionals that aim to keep us all updated with the latest and best clinical knowledge. As a whole team we are keen to continue developing and to ensure that we are offering the best possible service to the young people we work with. We are looking for motivated people, with good interpersonal and communication skills, enthusiasm and drive, for working with children and their families whilst they are going through a difficult and stressful period in their lives, in terms of their mental health and well-being.
There are currently 2 Senior Mental Health Practitioner roles available within the Youth Team.
We’re a very experienced group of professionals and are looking forward to welcoming new members of staff to the team. You can expect plenty of support, training and opportunities to develop and progress your career with us.
Responsibilities
* Working as a registered practitioner with a client group with stable needs, under supervision.
* The management of a defined caseload with the support and supervision.
* Responsible for the joint assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of service user care packages, in consultation with the Care Co-ordinator.
* To work towards and participate in the model of care appropriate to area i.e. the social inclusion and recovery with the service user. To identify any carers involved and ensure statutory obligations are met.
* The post holder will be responsible for a delegated case-load.
About NSFT
Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.
Why work for us?
We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.
Why Norfolk and Suffolk?
The people here are warm and welcoming, you’ll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We’re an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.
How to apply
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Teresa Neil Job title: Clinical Team Manager Email address: teresa.neil@nsft.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01493 337738
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