Community Practitioner

4 weeks ago


Alnwick, United Kingdom Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit staff a part time hours a week Community Practitioner to our North Northumberland Community Treatment team who have 2 bases, 1 in Alnwick and 1 in Berwick.

Via our ongoing service improvement models we seek to recruit a suitably qualified person who is dynamic and motivated with a specific interest in the provision of top quality secondary level mental health care within the community. The successful applicant will have appropriate knowledge and skills to assess, deliver, and coordinate treatment within a CPA framework and adhere to local and national targets and NHS drivers.

As a band 6 Community Practitioner you will also be required to offer supervision and support to other members of the team.

The successful applicant will possess good communication and interpersonal skills, be focused and well organised and have the ability to be flexible and responsive as well as demonstrating a positive, caring and compassionate attitude to this role. Effective clinical skills, as well as the ability to stay motivated and the willingness to be creative in a stressful environment are a must.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the Assessment and Management of casework of service users who have substantial and complex needs.

Provide specialist clinical advice to Service Users/Carers, staff, statutory agencies, 3rd sector partner agencies and the public.

In collaboration with the Service User and Carer where appropriate, develop Recovery and Wellbeing focused Care Plans, ensuring regular reviews to monitor progress and adapt Care Plan as necessary.

To consider Carer needs and ensure Carer and family are involved in Care Planning where appropriate

To deliver evidenced based Clinical and Psychologically based Interventions.

The post holder will work as a member of the Multi-disciplinary Team ensuring that high quality individualised care is delivered which ensures safety and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing and maximising independence.

Coordinate Treatment Planning & Interventions, Reviews and Discharge Planning.

Provide clinical supervision to staff as delegated by Pathway Clinical Lead and Team Manager.

To provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity.

To incorporate a client centred philosophy into nursing practice and client centred collaborative care.

Work flexibly to meet the needs of Service Users across pathways which may include working extended or flexible hours.

About us

We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 21st May 2024

Closing date : 4th June 2024

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as, a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist Mentor Training. Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/ psychological interventions / skills relevant to the post. Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA (Multi Agency Panel for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults) and Child Protection. Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation.

Desirable

Qualifications in Psychological Interventions Experience of working within a community team. Non-Medical Prescribing

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives. 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need.

Desirable

Understanding of difficult to manage/challenging behaviours.

Skills and Competencies

Essential

Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs. Risk Assessment and Risk Management / Safety Planning skills. Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in Guidance). Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others). Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to adapt within a changing environment. Ability to work under pressure. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to use electronic recording and relevant IT equipment. Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach. Ability to work autonomously and within a team Excellent time and case management skills Good conflict resolution skills. Proven track record of acting as an effective advocate for service users and their carers

Desirable

Clinical Leadership. Training & Induction of staff. Delegation skills Debriefing skills. Teaching/Presentation skills.

Role/Team specific requirements

Essential

Able to maintain professional development. Good, effective communications skills. Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary Team Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.

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