These new positions are exciting and innovative and will provide mental health support to Primary Care Networks (PCNs) in Kent. PCNs are groups of GP practices who work together in a local geographical area.There are numerous posts available across the PCNs in Kent.
We are looking for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner: nurses/social workers/ and occupational therapist to work in PCNs as part of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS).
It is an exciting time to join services in Kent as we are beginning a programme of transformation of community Mental Health services, these roles are the building blocks for those developments. You will primarily work in the PCNs as a member of the integrated teams in GP surgeries.
Main duties of the job
The practitioner will be embedded as part of the PCN Multi-Disciplinary Team. Working alongside the other roles, they will also have close links with the community mental health Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). The practitioner can access and draw down on secondary mental health services and help provide a "bridge" between primary care and secondary mental health providers by delivering high quality mental health care in Primary Care Settings.
The role requires a highly competent, proficient practitioner, who is able to work autonomously & creatively in this busy demanding role. Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of local resources is essential to this role, as it is th...