Later Life Community Mental Health Nurse
Band 6
Main area: Later Life Community Mental Health
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (Mon-Fri 9-5)
Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (happy to discuss flexible working)
Job ref: 437-6844803-A
Site: Claire House Health Centre
Town: Wigan
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 22/01/2025 23:59
Job overview
Wigan Later Life and Memory Service are looking to recruit an experienced Band 6 Community Mental Health Nurse to join a busy Multi Disciplinary Team. The post offers the opportunity to work as a screening practitioner within our Older Adults Community Mental Health Team. Training/shadowing opportunities will be provided.
There is the opportunity for professional development within this role. Regular Management and Clinical Supervision is provided.
Applicants must have full UK NMC registration
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to fulfil the role of a CPN as part of a multi-disciplinary team which operates from Claire House Health Centre in Wigan.
You will be responsible for screening and completing initial assessments for any new referrals into the community mental health team. You will also manage a caseload of clients with functional and organic mental health issues and associated social care issues, for which risk assessment and risk management is an essential requirement. In addition, you may also assess people with memory problems and offer support following diagnosis. You will also participate in the Duty rota.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant, forward-thinking team. Opportunities for development within the role are available.
Working for our organisation
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment, and dining options.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills, and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Person specification
Qualification / Experience
* Completion of practice assessor training/mentorship
* Post registration qualification in relevant field
Experience
* Experience of working with older adults with dementia and/or functional mental health conditions and their carers
* Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
* Experience of risk assessment and risk management in a mental health setting
* Community experience
* Experience of supervising junior staff/students
* Experience of the care planning process
* Experience of facilitating/leading group work
Knowledge
* Understanding of the Mental Health Act / Mental Capacity Act
* Awareness of the principles of person centred dementia care
* Understanding of the Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults policy and procedure
Important Information about working for GMMH:
All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. For further information on the checks required please visit the NHS Employers website.
The Trust is also committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
We are aspiring to ensure our workforce is representative of the diverse communities that we serve and we are strongly committed to removing barriers to employment for candidates from under-represented groups.
Sponsorship
We are proud to be an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications from individuals who require sponsorship will be considered alongside all other applications.
If you are offered a role with us and you require sponsorship, we will check your eligibility in line with the information on the above website.
**Please note, this vacancy may be closed at any time if sufficient applications have been received**
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