Job Overview
The post holder is responsible for overseeing assessments of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for clients with mental health needs. The post holder works under the overall supervision of the Integrated Team Manager/Matron and is required to undertake the duties of the post without direct supervision. Active participation will be required in the training and education of learners allocated to the Secure Services, and will also encourage integration between the ward teams and the community services.
Responsibilities
* In liaison with the Integrated Matron/Clinical Lead, Service Manager and Director to set objectives for the delivery of care within the area and to devise ways of implementing and monitoring these.
* To have knowledge/understanding of the legislation likely to be encountered as part of the role e.g. Mental Health Act 1983, as amended in 2007, Misuse of Drugs Act 1971, Access to Information Act 1986, Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.
* Inform Matron/Clinical Lead, Service Manager and Director on all breaches of nursing professional conduct as required by the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Qualifications
Applicants should be able to work independently without direct supervision and possess knowledge of relevant legislation and professional conduct standards.
Job Share
Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Benefits
* 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
* Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
* Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
* £8,000 relocation package if you move to Essex to join us.
* Season ticket loans are interest‑free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
EEO Statement
The Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We also hold the Disability two tick symbol and have made the pledge to commit to employing more people with learning disabilities, we encourage people with a disability to apply. If you require this application form in another format i.e. Braille or audio tape etc, please contact the Recruitment Department on 01375 364513 or email epunft.recruitment.adverts@nhs.net and we can arrange for this to be dispatched to you.
Immigration and Sponsorship
Please be aware that, due to current allocation constraints, Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) are being prioritised for registered roles at this time.
Vaccination Policy
As a requirement of this role, candidates must have had both COVID vaccinations, unless exempt.
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