Dual Diagnosis Older Persons Mental Health Practitioner

We are looking for an RMN/OT/Social Worker tooffer assessment and treatment for individuals who have severe and enduring mental health problems this could also be alongside co-existing substance misuse disorders. To provide robust and therapeutic treatment as part of the wider community mental health service response to the population of SomersetMain duties of the jobThe post-holder will work within a particular locality ensuring the provision of a high-quality service for those diagnosable with a dual diagnosis, this will be alongside working with individuals over the age of 65 years supporting with moderate to severe mental health difficulties. The postholder will carry a clinical caseload and will provide supervision and advice to other mental health staff in relation to their working practice with this service user group. The post holder will promote awareness and best practice, actively supporting positive attitudes and a consistent approach towards assessment and treatment of this service user group using evidenced based interventions and treatment frameworks.About usAs an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression, and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts. The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesResponsibility for Patient / Client Care, Treatment & Therapy
To provide assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of interventions for people with a Dual Diagnosis within a designated geographical area or as required by the Service
To work within the principles of the Trusts Dual Diagnosis Policy and to help with early identification of people who might benefit from the service and/or who might be diagnosable with co-existing disorders
To act as a key worker for a caseload of people diagnosable with a Dual Diagnosis, assessing their needs, and developing their recovery care plan, coordinating and reviewing their care and treatment outlined in the plan.
To co-ordinate working practices amongst other relevant professionals in the designated locality, including psychologists and psychological therapists.
To develop and maintain ones own clinical skills and expertise in the area of approaches to, and treatment of people with a mental health difficulty/Dual Diagnosis and, to be reflective and responsive to meaningful service user and carer involvementPerson Specificationprofessional registrationEssential
oRMN OR Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy OR Social Work OR other relevant health or social care professional qualification, OR qualification in a relevant psychological therapy
qualifications and trainingEssential
oShort course in relevant subject oCommitment to Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
oMotivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention Training oEvidence of recent relevant training
KnowledgeEssential
oGood understanding of national guidance and the evidence base around dual diagnosis to underpin practice
Desirable
oKnowledge within dual diagnosis across a range of procedures underpinned by relevant psychological /psychosocial theory oUnderstanding of drug and alcohol service provision and the relationship required with mental health services
ExperienceEssential
oSignificant experience in working with people with complex clinical and risk presentations, including those diagnosable with dual diagnosis
Desirable
oExperience of offering clinical supervision to other professionals oWorking within drug and alcohol services or clear partnership with
Employer detailsEmployer nameSomerset NHS Foundation TrustAddressHarrison House/Barnfield Unit Taunton/Minehead TA1 2PXAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. 184-DC6220060
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