Job overview
The Intensive Team provides assessment and home treatment to individuals and their carers as an alternative to hospital admission, relapse prevention, short-term psychosocial work, crisis support, and help to provide facilitated early discharge from hospital.
The team operates 0730 - 2200, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Therefore, the successful candidate will be expected to undertake a shift pattern of working.
Mental Health Workers in this team offer a variety of psychosocial interventions to service users while working under the guidance of registered practitioners. There is also the expectation of lone working at times, and we have a shared caseload, so you are not required to provide care coordination.
Main duties of the job
Applicants will enjoy supporting others struggling with their mental health and in personal crisis under the support of qualified members of staff. You will be part of a team that provides home treatment as an alternative to hospital admission. You will thrive taking autonomy while providing support, using your communication skills and empathy.
You will be welcomed into the team and supported to develop your skills in the post. You will be part of a team dedicated to providing support to people at their most difficult moments.
You should have experience in working in mental health and demonstrate an understanding of caring for people experiencing a mental health crisis, along with a range of psychosocial skills.
You will be supported to develop and extend your range of skills by both the team and the trust.
We are looking for someone who has successfully undertaken the NVQ Level 3 in Mental Health or an equivalent qualification or experience, is enthusiastic, and has experience working with people and families in distress due to mental health crises.
You must be empathetic, non-judgmental, reflective, and possess strong communication skills to support people in distress, as well as the ability to work under pressure.
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