Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
Applications are sought from Nursing, Allied Health Professional, Psychology and Social Work Candidates holding a suitable foundation degree level 4 or level 5, for an exciting opportunity to work within the In-patient to Community Transition Team. The appointed candidate will be offered a substantive position, working 37.5 hrs per week.
The post-holder will have experience working with individuals who have a mental disorder, personality disorder, have had contact with the criminal justice system and knowledge of the collaborative process of recovery.
This role will require travel between in-patient and community bases so excellent diary management and good delegation skills are required.
Main duties of the job
1. Duties will include supporting qualified staff to complete a range of specialised assessments including in-patient referrals to Westbridge and the Community Teams, Mental Capacity Assessments, Care Act reviews, and Financial Assessments.
2. Supporting the multi-disciplinary team, providing trauma informed care, assisting in a range of assessment-based interventions. Attending and contributing to CPA reviews, Professional's Meetings, and Discharge Planning Meetings.
3. Direct patient care identifying and accessing supportive networks, occupation, leisure activities, community healthcare providers, substance misuse education and support providers. Delivering treatment and therapies to support individuals' transition and living meaningful lives in the community, for example, substance misuse work, well person and trauma informed care. Submitting applications for benefits, supported accommodation, residential and nursing care placements.
4. Effective and timely communication with individuals and families as part of the discharge process. Communicate and complete records for individuals.
5. There will be a commitment to reducing inequality and discrimination, and following training the postholder will recognise the many aspects of diversity including "protected characteristics" as defined under the Equality Act (2010) and the NHS Core20PLUS5.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Please find attached job description for full details.
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
* Foundation degree in applied social studies or alternative (NVQ/BTEC/QCF) with additional training to diploma level equivalent in the speciality field.
* Demonstrates knowledge and skills applicable to the post.
Additional Requirements
* Ability to meet the mobility and geographical requirements of the post.
* Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
* Ability to establish a rapport with service users and carers.
* IT literate.
* Ability to develop the skills of others and to contribute to a learning environment.
* Advanced IT skills.
Knowledge & Experience
* Experience of working with individuals with neurological conditions.
* Experience of safeguarding and risk assessment processes.
* Experience of working in mental health settings.
* Previous experience of working within Occupational Therapy/Physiotherapy and Speech and Language teams.
* Experience of working in a collaborative & MDT environment.
Personal characteristics
* Commitment to client centred non-discriminatory practice.
* Ability to work flexibly.
* Good time management and organisational skills.
* Ability to cope with distressing and emotional situations.
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.
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