Job summary We are seeking highly motivated, innovative, compassionate and clinically-experienced support workers, occupation therapy technical instructors and assistant psychologists to join the newly established, Devon-wide, Learning Disability and Autism (LDA) Outreach Team at Devon Partnership NHS Trust. These exciting new Band 4 roles will involve working in collaboration with other LDA Outreach colleagues, community learning disability and autism colleagues in addition to colleagues from 'The Brook' our 10-bedded Learning Disability and Autism inpatient unit. You should have clinical experience of working with people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people and/or those experiencing mental health difficulties. We are seeking colleagues who are adept at working autonomously as well as part of the multidisciplinary team and be able to prioritise and manage workload. You should also have knowledge and experience of safeguarding, the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, in addition to enhanced interpersonal, communication, formulation and risk assessment skills. Interviews are currently scheduled to take place in late February/early March 2025 - dates to be confirmed. A relocation package is available as part of this offer - See the attached document for further information on our relocation package Main duties of the job We welcome applications from experienced and compassionate staff who can demonstrate and promote effective and high-quality care to the highest evidence-based standards. A central part of the role involves working alongside the Band 7 Outreach Practitioners to support with the triaging, assessing, planning, formulation and delivering of complex care packages to admission-vulnerable service users across Devon. We will also offer support for those discharged from The Brook, whilst ensuring proactive liaison with other partner agencies, families and care providers at every stage of care. Devon Partnership NHS Trust is looking to become a recognised centre of excellence and expertise, the successful applicant should hold the Trusts values and have the competencies and confidence to inspire and involve staff to help reach this target over the next five years. We welcome telephone enquiries about the post. About us About Devon Partnership Trust We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number C9369-24-1041 Job locations Langdon Hospital Dawlish Devon EX7 0NR Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification which will provide further information on this role. Person Specification Planning and organisational skills Essential Organisation and time management skills. Ability to work independently within defined procedures and care pathways Experience Essential Previous experience working in a range of different behaviour settings for people with Learning Disabilities and/or autistic people. Experience of working with people who may present with distressed behaviours that present challenges to other services. Qualifications Essential Must already hold or obtain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment. Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification. GCSE in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) OR Level 2 Key Skills/Functional Skills in Maths and English. Desirable Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or qualification to diploma level or equivalent. If a Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification is not already obtained, to complete within 2 years of commencing employment. Communication and working relationship skills Essential Excellent verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate sensitive information to people with Learning Disabilities and/or autism, carers and colleagues. An ability to make and sustain professional therapeutic relationships. Ability to work with people in a group or on an individual basis. Able to work in a team effectively and collaboratively Ability to use a variety of Communication systems. Ability to put information into easy and accessible format. Physical and other skills Essential This post requires the post holder to undertake and comply with the Trusts policies on manual handling and Breakaway/restraint core training if relevant to their clinical area of work. Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively. Able to work changing shift patterns as required. To demonstrate empathy, compassion and patience towards people with learning disabilities and/or autism. To remain professional at all times including challenging situations. Desirable Able to travel and work across the area covered by the trust as requested by Line Manager. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of learning disabilities and neurodiversity and good practice in terms of supporting and working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or autism and their carers. Knowledge of a range of Mental Health presentations and medications for people with a Learning Disability and/or autism. An understanding of physical health problems which can impact on a persons mental health and monitoring of the same. Working knowledge of Valuing People and other relevant Learning Disability/Autism documents and policies. Knowledge of safeguarding principles and appropriate action to take. A basic understanding of the law in relation to consent and capacity. Basic IT skills. Ability to relate to, and communicate with people who have a Learning Disability and/or autism. Understanding of Recovery principles and Positive Behaviour Support Planning. Desirable An understanding of Care Coordination/ Management process. Awareness of the Code of conduct for Health Care Support Workers /Adult Social Care Workers in England. Analytical and judgement skills Essential Ability to evaluate complex information to assist with decision making. Problem solving skills. An awareness of own scope of practice and ability to make appropriate judgements on when to refer issues to a registered practitioner. Ability to assess risk (to self, service user and/or family/carers) and to take appropriate action. Assessment skills. Ability to problem solve. Person Specification Planning and organisational skills Essential Organisation and time management skills. Ability to work independently within defined procedures and care pathways Experience Essential Previous experience working in a range of different behaviour settings for people with Learning Disabilities and/or autistic people. Experience of working with people who may present with distressed behaviours that present challenges to other services. Qualifications Essential Must already hold or obtain the Care Certificate within the first 3 months of employment. Level 3 QCF in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification. GCSE in Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) OR Level 2 Key Skills/Functional Skills in Maths and English. Desirable Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or qualification to diploma level or equivalent. If a Foundation Degree or equivalent qualification is not already obtained, to complete within 2 years of commencing employment. Communication and working relationship skills Essential Excellent verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate sensitive information to people with Learning Disabilities and/or autism, carers and colleagues. An ability to make and sustain professional therapeutic relationships. Ability to work with people in a group or on an individual basis. Able to work in a team effectively and collaboratively Ability to use a variety of Communication systems. Ability to put information into easy and accessible format. Physical and other skills Essential This post requires the post holder to undertake and comply with the Trusts policies on manual handling and Breakaway/restraint core training if relevant to their clinical area of work. Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively. Able to work changing shift patterns as required. To demonstrate empathy, compassion and patience towards people with learning disabilities and/or autism. To remain professional at all times including challenging situations. Desirable Able to travel and work across the area covered by the trust as requested by Line Manager. Knowledge Essential Knowledge of learning disabilities and neurodiversity and good practice in terms of supporting and working with people with Learning Disabilities and/or autism and their carers. Knowledge of a range of Mental Health presentations and medications for people with a Learning Disability and/or autism. An understanding of physical health problems which can impact on a persons mental health and monitoring of the same. Working knowledge of Valuing People and other relevant Learning Disability/Autism documents and policies. Knowledge of safeguarding principles and appropriate action to take. A basic understanding of the law in relation to consent and capacity. Basic IT skills. Ability to relate to, and communicate with people who have a Learning Disability and/or autism. Understanding of Recovery principles and Positive Behaviour Support Planning. Desirable An understanding of Care Coordination/ Management process. Awareness of the Code of conduct for Health Care Support Workers /Adult Social Care Workers in England. Analytical and judgement skills Essential Ability to evaluate complex information to assist with decision making. Problem solving skills. An awareness of own scope of practice and ability to make appropriate judgements on when to refer issues to a registered practitioner. Ability to assess risk (to self, service user and/or family/carers) and to take appropriate action. Assessment skills. Ability to problem solve. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Devon Partnership NHS Trust Address Langdon Hospital Dawlish Devon EX7 0NR Employer's website https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)