Job summary The Early Intervention Service team have an opportunity for a newly qualified practitioner at Band 5 with a view to gaining training, experience, and support over a set period and with the opportunity to move into a band 6 post on successful completion. Are you a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker looking to be part of a motivated, professional, and committed multi-disciplinary team. The Early Intervention Service who works with individuals who have a range of psychosis related problems are looking for a Practitioner to join their team, on a development. As a practitioner you will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care for a defined caseload of patients, age 14-65 years with regular supervision and guidance from a designated supervisor. You will be personally responsible and professionally accountable for a service user caseload within the community, focusing on service users with or suspected of having a First Episode Psychosis. Provide a high-quality care and treatment in conjunction with other professionals through the Trust's agreed multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment care programme. The role is based at Hillcrest, Ensbury Park and there are opportunities for flexible / hybrid working. Being a driver is essential for this role. For further information, please contact Simon Potterton, Service Lead atspottertonnhs.net or on 01202 584336. Main duties of the job To discharge professional responsibilities under the Mental Health Act (1983) and revised subsequent act Mental Capacity Act (2005) and the NMC Professional Code of Conduct. Be accountable and responsible for a defined caseload that reflects the priorities and diversities of the EIS population in Dorset and carry responsibility for the assessment of care needs, under the supervision of the EIS Team Leader. To take responsibility for maintaining professional registration and meeting the requirements for revalidation To develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based programmes of care; set standards of care and liaise with other agencies for patients under the Care Programme Approach. Take on the role of care co-ordinator to service users subject to the Care Programme Approach, as in line with Local and National Policy. Participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment of individuals with mental health problems living in the community, by providing a community mental health nursing perspective and expertise. Ensure that a risk assessment is completed for all service users. To be aware of the potential for vulnerability to abuse amongst the service users/families, and use of the local policy to inform appropriate personnel in line with safeguarding vulnerable adults and children and DHC Policies. About us At Dorset HealthCare, we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives, through our outstanding, joined-up Healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 Community Hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and Mental Health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'Outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities. Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future; we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £44,962 a year p.a. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 152-M557.24 Job locations Hillcrest 31 Slades Farm Road, Ensbury park Bournemouth BH10 4EU Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipationnhs.net Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level Membership of the relevant Professional Body On progression: Supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Desirable Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role Job Specific Experience Essential Recent previous experience within a comparable role Experience of managing change Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively On progression: Experience of older adults Mental Health specialist working Personal Qualities/ Attributes Essential Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of highly complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills. Experience of planning and organising complex activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, planning off duty rotas and undertaking discharge planning involving co-ordination with other agencies Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence Additional Requirements Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Training Essential Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level Membership of the relevant Professional Body On progression: Supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Desirable Knowledge and understanding of Trust Strategy relevant to role Job Specific Experience Essential Recent previous experience within a comparable role Experience of managing change Able to demonstrate specialist clinical reasoning skills to assimilate information in order to make a clinical judgement regarding diagnosis and intervention Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively On progression: Experience of older adults Mental Health specialist working Personal Qualities/ Attributes Essential Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of highly complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills. Experience of planning and organising complex activities, e.g. organise own time and that of junior staff and learners, planning off duty rotas and undertaking discharge planning involving co-ordination with other agencies Demonstrable ability to analyse situations and provide a resolution Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence Additional Requirements Essential Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business. Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively. 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust Address Hillcrest 31 Slades Farm Road, Ensbury park Bournemouth BH10 4EU Employer's website https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)