Band 6 Care Coordinator - Solihull Early Intervention
Band 6
Main area: Mental Health
Grade: Band 6
Contract: Permanent
Hours:
* Full time
* Part time
37.5 hours per week
Job ref: 436-6790855-A
Site: Maple Leaf Centre
Town: Marston Green
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum, pro rata
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 30/01/2025 23:59
Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has been created through new investment to develop the service and the offer within Solihull Early Intervention.
Solihull Early Intervention provides a 7 days per week service for those who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis and also those young people who are at risk of developing psychosis (ARMS).
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated care co-ordinator to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering evidence-based interventions across the full age range.
Applications are invited from a variety of professional backgrounds to contribute to the expert knowledge and experience that already exists within the team.
Main duties of the job
1. To be responsible in the role of a care co-ordinator for the assessment and coordination of care needs.
2. To plan and implement evidence-based care and interventions for service users who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis, or are at risk of experiencing a first episode of psychosis.
3. To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team providing professional advice and support to colleagues both within and outside of the service.
4. To work as part of a team and support colleagues when required with day-to-day tasks.
5. To act up in the role of team manager in their absence (as appropriate).
6. To act as a role model and resource for junior staff, students, and less experienced staff.
7. To advocate for the service users who are under the care of Solihull Early Intervention.
8. To work closely with the client group and their families to resolve any issues that may be detrimental to them.
9. To promote recovery and hope within the client group that we work with.
Working for our organisation
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community.
Person specification
Essential criteria
* Professional registration
* Experience of working in mental health
Desirable criteria
* CAARMS trained
* Experience working with psychosis
* Experience of working in a community setting
The Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Further details / informal visits contact
Name: Clair Pearson
Job title: Hub Manager
Email address: clair.pearson@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0121 301 4967
If you are considering applying for the post and would like to spend a day with the team prior to submitting an application, please contact Clair to arrange a convenient date.
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