Early intervention practitioner (CPN, SW or OT)

Early intervention practitioner (CPN, SW or OT)
Employer
West London NHS Trust
Location
Hounslow
Salary
£40,701 to £48,054 per annum inclusive of HCAS
Closing date
17 May 2024
We are seeking to recruit a dynamic Band 6 Early Intervention Practitioner either a Nurse, Social Worker (SW) or Occupational Therapist (OT) based at Hounslow. The individual must be enthusiastic, committed, compassionate and experienced with a good knowledge of the issues and guidance around working with psychosis. In addition, have some experience of working with young people and adults aged 14years to 65 years with a range of complex mental health issues.Alongside an exciting and fulfilling nursing role in a valued environment, we also offer:A supportive environment to develop clinical skillsSupport towards career development and promotion opportunities within the TrustAnnual leave buying and selling schemeCar lease schemeChildcare vouchersDiscounted Gym membershipFlexible workingStaff discountMain duties of the jobThe post holder will be an autonomous practitioner and responsible for a defined caseload of service users by undertaking these duties:To undertake assessments of individuals and their families in the designated care group with complex health presentations, including those service users presenting with higher levels of riskThey will work alongside the service user to develop their care plan along the recovery principles.To offer specialist assessment and advice where required.To assess, manage and regular review on going risks as identified during the assessment, ensuring that this is done in collaboration with the service user and carers.To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate (mentorship and preceptorship qualifications)To act within the relevant Code of Conduct dependent on your Registration Body.About usWest London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is 426m.The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attachedThe person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.Person SpecificationQualifications and TrainingEssentialQualified RMN/OT/SW with current professional registrationDesirableCBT trainingFamily Therapy QualificationEvidence of recent or ongoing continuous professional development.ExperienceEssentialDemonstrable substantive post qualifying experience in psychiatry, with evidence of relevant experience at Band 6 in a community mental health setting.Experience of supervising junior staff within own and/or other disciplines.Working in partnership with other agencies.DesirableWorking with people with psychosis.Carry out Care co-ordination and planning within CPA in the community.Working with Children and Adolescents - CAMHSWorking with At Risk Mental State (ARMS) serviceKnowledgeEssentialSpecialist knowledge of mental health disorders as well as their relationship to physical disordersAssessment skillsRisk assessment and management.Mental health issues within community servicesClinical and professional aspects of complex casesPsychological treatmentsSymptom control managementThe Early Intervention in Psychosis model, ethos and practiceUnderstand the principles of recovery and their application to risk management, positive risk taking and strengths orientated approaches to care delivery.Use of psychosocial assessment and interventions.Sufficient clinical knowledge to be able to make autonomous decisions, based on an analysis of complex presenting problems and judgement about available options.AutonomyEssentialAbility to manage own caseload and time effectively through robust prioritising of own and others workloadsAbility to frequently work under pressure and maintain intense concentration, particularly in unpredictable situations where there will be exposure to highly distressed and/or disturbed patients, often exhibiting challenging behaviours and the risk of physical violenceSelf-motivated, able to work autonomously and independently with confidence when requiredExercise initiative, flexibility, tact and self- awarenessOtherEssentialHigher level communication skills, both written and oralCommitment to Equal OpportunitiesDesirableCar owner / driverEmployer detailsEmployer nameWest London NHS TrustAddressEarly Intervention Team - HounLakeside MHU (West Mid)HounslowTW3 3ELAny attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.222-LS-CARMHS-327-B Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.
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