Job summary
We are delighted to be able to offer full and part time roles as a Senior Clinical Clinician - Band 6, within the Harrogate Adult Crisis Resolution and Intensive Home Treatment Team.
These are permanent positions based in Ripon, supporting the adult populations of Harrogate, Ripon, Knaresborough, Wetherby and surrounding areas. The team operates over 24 hours, 7 days a week, with a 12 hr shift pattern.
The post holders will be part of a resilient, welcoming and professional team that works collaboratively with internal and external partners to meet the needs of those who are experiencing a crisis in their mental health needs. The team takes a recovery orientated, formulation driven approach, which values shared decision making.
These posts are open to Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers with current relevant registration with the NMC, HCPC or SWE.
18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework is essential.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve co-ordination of the shift, triage and assessment of referrals, risk management, safety planning, formulation and liaison with internal and external agencies as required .
The team are part of an All Age 24hr Crisis Response Line / NHS 111 Option 2 service operated by all Crisis teams within the North Yorkshire and York Adult Mental Health Locality. We also manage gatekeeping admissions to the acute admission wards as well as supporting bed management when required.
The post holders will be responsible for the clinical leadership of more junior members/students within the team, prioritising workload and utilising resources appropriately to ensure that service user and carers needs are met. Applicants should be highly motivated, have the ability to act on own initiative and have sound assessment and written skills.
The successful applicants will be a member of a multi-disciplinary team and there is ample opportunity to develop and enhance your existing clinical skills. As a Trust we are dedicated to the ongoing professional development of our staff, supporting through supervision and professional appraisal.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes. If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
The Trusts 3 Values are:
Respect: We listen, we are inclusive and we work in sion: We are kind, we are supportive and we recognise and celebrate sibility: We are honest, we are always learning and we are ambitious.
The team members are dedicated to the role they have and meeting the needs of service users, carers and partners. They have a great team spirit and positive culture that make this team a great place to work.
Date posted
22 November 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year (pro rata) per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
346-NYA-215-24
Job locations
The Orchards
Princess Close
Ripon
HG4 1HZ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description for full details of the role and responsibilities. Please don't hesitate to call me or Lizzie Park, Advanced Nurse Practitioner to come for an informal visit.
< Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
1. Current professional registration with an approved professional body.
2. Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
3. Recognised sign-off mentor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within agreed timescale.
4. Clinical Supervisor
5. 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework
6. Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Skills
Essential
7. Provide leadership and monitor, co-ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team.
8. Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to patients, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
9. Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake lead professional and/or care co-ordinator responsibilities
Experience
Essential
10. Significant experience working with people with mental ill health
11. Working collaboratively with service users, their families and carers
Desirable
12. Can demonstrate evidence of leadership experience
13. Provide clinical supervision to individuals or groups in a professional setting