Job summary
To appraise the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and MDT of the young person's progress and observations of changes in their mental health condition and ensure these changes are documented on the electronic record
o To have a close working relationship with the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and nominated care co-ordinators
o To regularly meet with the supervisor and manager to ensure the post holder is supported to carry out the demands of the post
o To ensure that all care services provided are offered without prejudice regardless of age, creed, gender and ethnicity
o To be aware of diverse cultural and ethnic needs and facilitate appropriate support and care
o To support clients with activities of daily living, support to attend school, appointments and therapeutic interventions.
o To accompany the client getting to outpatient, GP and other appointments relevant to current health or social needs as part of the individual's care plan if agreed to do so.
Main duties of the job
To appraise the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and MDT of the young person's progress and observations of changes in their mental health condition and ensure these changes are documented on the electronic record
o To have a close working relationship with the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and nominated care co-ordinators
o To regularly meet with the supervisor and manager to ensure the post holder is supported to carry out the demands of the post
o To ensure that all care services provided are offered without prejudice regardless of age, creed, gender and ethnicity
o To be aware of diverse cultural and ethnic needs and facilitate appropriate support and care
o To support clients with activities of daily living, support to attend school, appointments and therapeutic interventions.
o To accompany the client getting to outpatient, GP and other appointments relevant to current health or social needs as part of the individual's care plan if agreed to do so.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust are one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To appraise the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and MDT of the young persons progress and observations of changes in their mental health condition and ensure these changes are documented on the electronic record
To have a close working relationship with the CAMHS Clinical Nurse Specialist and nominated care co-ordinators
To regularly meet with the supervisor and manager to ensure the post holder is supported to carry out the demands of the post
To ensure that all care services provided are offered without prejudice regardless of age, creed, gender and ethnicity
To be aware of diverse cultural and ethnic needs and facilitate appropriate support and care
To support clients with activities of daily living, support to attend school, appointments and therapeutic interventions.
To accompany the client getting to outpatient, GP and other appointments relevant to current health or social needs as part of the individuals care plan if agreed to do so.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING
Essential
1. Good standard of education (to include Maths and English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent
Desirable
2. Trainee Nursing Associate Qualification
3. NVQ or higher in Health and Social Care related field
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
Essential
4. Experience of working autonomously and using own initiative
5. Experience of assisting in the assessment of CYP and implement agreed care plans
6. Experience of working with children and young people with mental health conditions
7. Ability to manage distressing and challenging situations