Job description

Job responsibilities

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Duty, Risk and Mental Health Practitioner to join us in a new role in an established Talking Therapies service.

You will work as part of our Talking Therapies services dealing closely with a wide range of stakeholders providing first-class clinical care.

You should hold a current registration to a professional health registered body, maintain ongoing professional development and training to the equivalent of safeguarding Level 3and your experience should include:

• working within NHS mental health services with a range of mental health issues.
• assessing & managing multiple presentations of risk.
• multidisciplinary working.
• assessment & managing wide range of safeguarding issues.
• working with people in acute mental distress.
• providing risk & safeguarding advice, consultation and/or supervision to other practitioners.

This is a great chance to build your skills and develop your career in a fast-paced healthcare environment and you will be fully involved in working as a Duty and Risk Mental Health Practitioner in a Regional Team, covering several Talking Therapies Services, liaising directly with clients, members of the Talking Therapies team, GPs and other agencies, including Secondary Care.

Working as part of the Duty Team you will be responsible for providing advice and support to our staff (CBT Therapists/Counsellors, DIT, IPT, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) and our administrative team) about all aspects of clinical risk, supporting robust risk management and safeguarding processes across the service.

The Duty and Risk Mental Health Practitioner will have substantial client contact by telephone, often talking with people who may be distressed, to help screen client suitability for the service and make referrals where appropriate into secondary mental health services. There may be some additional responsibilities in supporting interface discussions between Talking Therapies Services and Secondary Care mental health services.

We welcome applicants who have experience of and confidence in managing risk. A working knowledge of primary and secondary mental health care services would be an advantage.

Staff development is very important to Vita Health Group and you will have an annual study leave allowance, for your own development as a practitioner.

The role will be remote but we encourage team building days on site at Vita Health Group bases in the region. You will need to have private working space to take confidential calls.

About Us

As part of Spire Healthcare, were proud to build on a legacy of improving lives for over 30 years and continue to deliver primary care physical and mental health services accessed through the NHS, via employer-funded care and at our network of private clinics.

Working here

We are an award-winning employer regularly recognised at industry events and our latest employee survey revealed the top reasons for working here as:

• Supportive teams and managers
• A positive and inclusive culture
• Strong well-being and mental health support
• Trust, autonomy and flexibility

We invest in your growth with frequent career progression opportunities and development initiatives including mentoring, secondments, management training and regular clinical CPD webinars. You will enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options and a comprehensive benefits package further details here Careers - Vita Health Group

Equality Diversity & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We actively support a range of initiatives including:

• Disability Confident Leader
• Positive action through Ethnicity and Gender Matters initiatives
• Employer with Heart and Mindful Employer status
• Menopause Friendly accreditation

Learn more about our EDI commitments here Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - Vita Health Group.

If you need any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process we will be happy to help - please get in touch at [email protected]

Additional information

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in the UK and subject to a DBS check at offer stage.

Your application data is handled securely in accordance to UK GDPR guidelines.

We may close jobs to new applications earlier than original stated closing date.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Vita Health Group

Address

Home Based / Remote

EC4Y 8EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see JD (Job Description) and PS (Personal Specification) for full details of role requirements.

JD Pending RC Approval

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• Fully registered with the General Medical Council
• Eligible for inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register (or Specialist Registrar within 6 months of gaining CCT at time of interview).
• Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrists guidelines)
• Eligible for Section 12 Approval (Mental Health Act )/ Approved Clinician or willing to apply for such approval once in post

Desirable

• A higher degree such as MD or PhD

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Experience of clinical work in Acute Adult Psychiatry at SpR, SASG or consultant level within the last 3 years
• Excellent working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act

Desirable

• Experience of service development and introducing new services in mental health

TEACHING

Essential

• Experience in teaching junior staff
• Good teaching and communication skills
• Experience of teaching medical undergraduates and postgraduates
• Experience of teaching non-medical mental health professionals

Desirable

• Medical education qualification

CLINICAL SKILLS AND SUPERVISION

Essential

• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership for the team
• Self-motivating and innovative
• Expertise in risk assessment
• Confident in therapeutic risk taking

Desirable

• Experience in supervising trainee doctors and SAS doctors

ORGANISATIONAL SKILLS/ ABILITIES

Essential

• Leadership skills
• Ability to work as a part of multidisciplinary, multi-model team
• Ability to manage complex workloads and support others to do that

Desirable

• Formal leadership and management training
• Experience of team /service leadership

RESEARCH AND AUDIT

Essential

• Experience of research work, especially in general hospital patients and / or patients with medically unexplained symptoms
• Audit experience

Desirable

• Experience of grant-funded project work
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals in relevant academic fields

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charter House

Alma Street

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.elft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English Language or equivalent

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent qualification
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience
• RSA level two or equivalent

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• Experience of using Patient Centre
• Experience of using Microsoft Office
• Proven work experience in an administrative role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience of working within tight deadlines

Desirable

• Previous experience of the DATIX system
• Experience of using Choose & Book
• Knowledge of EPR (Electronic Patient Record)
• Previous Experience in a medical / health care background
• Experience of G2 typing system
• Experience of Cisco Finesse system

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St James House

Pendleton Way

Salford

M6 5FW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• English/Maths GCE grade 4 or higher (comparable to GCSE grade C or higher) or NVQ Level 3 or equivalent level of knowledge and experience

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook
• Experience of using IM&T systems for data entry
• Experience of successfully working within tight time frames and to deadlines
• Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Proven organisational skills and ability to prioritise workload with interruptions and changing priorities
• Recognise equality and diversity and the importance of human rights with dignity and respect
• Act in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Understanding of the Data Protection Act

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various Sites

Oldham

OL1 1DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 3 GCSE's (or equivalent) Grade C or above. One to include English Language
• RSA II Audio/Copy Typing or equivalent demonstrable skills
• ECDL or equivalent demonstrable skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Practical and working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Practical and working knowledge of medical terminology

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills enabling tact and diplomacy when relaying sensitive information to staff, patients and relatives, some of whom may exhibit challenging behaviour
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Ability to work quickly and accurately, using own initiative in relaying complex medical information
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Organisational skills in managing own workload
• Awareness of confidentiality

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Oldham

Rochdale rd.

Oldham

OL1 2JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
• IT and/or Microsoft Office qualification
• NVQ 2 Business Admin and/or NVQ Customer Service 1/2

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the general public

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital or other clinical healthcare setting
• Previous use of Northern Care Alliance IT systems

Skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills required for this role

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the data protection act and it's importance in a hospital setting

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal to the organisation and external, including:

• Medical Staff
• Multidisciplinary Teams (outreach or Inpatient)
• Services Users and Carers
• Health and Social Care teams
• Third sector/voluntary agencies
• Community groups and local authority provision
• Other statutory agencies e.g. Police, Ministry of Justice etc.

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with a wide range of people, including outside agencies, sometimes requiring tact and persuasive skills where there may be barriers to understanding or agreement.

Exchange verbal and written information with patients, staff and carers relating to appointments, admissions and meetings etc.

Provide and receive routine and complicated information, including dealing with enquiries from external stakeholders and the public. This may include sensitive information.

Work within a multi-disciplinary environment ensuring that communication with appropriate team members is effective.

To receive and open mail (paper and electronic as necessary) and distribute/despatch accordingly ensuring appropriate action is taken with high priority items.

To manage both telephone and face to face contacts with distressed service users in a supportive and empathetic manner.

Exercise judgement when dealing with patient inquires, analyse and resolve non-clinical patient problems including resolving conflicting diary appointments or schedules, clinics, meetings, tribunals etc.

Manage the organisation of key meetings including business meetings and conferences, grievance hearings etc. and compile and prepare agendas and supporting papers for meetings.

Type patient reports/correspondence/e-mails as required, deal with telephone/face to face enquiries from patients. Input accurate and up to date patient data onto the RiO system.

Interpret and advise on data and office management functions and implement relevant procedures.

Consider line management issues and decide on a course of action to be taken.

Day to Day line management of Clinical Services Administrators as required:

• Carry out supervision sessions on a monthly basis
• Undertake appraisals
• Provide immediate guidance and assistance in problem solving
• Agree/monitor absences in regard to annual leave, flexi time, sickness
• Workload management

Prepare and present reports and a range of complex information in a range of formats including the production of scorecards, KPIs, performance reports and ad-hoc reports.

Collect performance data and produce monthly performance reports as required and directed by the Business Coordinator.

Ensure that appropriate systems are developed and maintained to prompt bring forward information or follow-up that is required for appointments, meetings and projects etc. and for outstanding work that has been requested by a certain deadline.

Take and distribute formal minutes as necessary.

Authorised signatory for small payments, timesheets.

Set up and manage effective office

Management/filing systems to support the service delivery.

May need to arrange rotas/staff cover.

Plans own workload to ensure that weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual tasks are met.

Prioritise workload with particular consideration to issues arising and responding to shifting priorities appropriately.

Assist patients during incidental contact, to provide non-clinical advice or information to patients/relatives or carers.

Please see attached Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English
• NVQ 3 in Business Administration or similar relevant qualification or equivalent competence acquired by experience or willingness to undertake NVQ 3 Administration Qualification under the Trust Apprenticeship Scheme

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to take and convey clear messages
• Ability to prioritise and work to conflicting demands without direct supervision
• Good IT Skills - competent in Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Dexterity co-ordination for keyboard skills or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the full range of routine and non-routine admin and secretarial procedures
• Excellent computer and IT skills to enable the production of reports and spread sheets.
• Experience of using specialist Intermediate theoretical knowledge of admin terminology and organisational procedures to enable problem solving etc.
• Line management experience.

Desirable

• Administration experience in a health/social care setting.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Specialised LD IP Kingfisher Service

Blackberry Hill Hospital

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse part 1 or 2 or relevant section of the register
• Completion of degree
• Post registration qualification in Breast Care
• Level 2 psychological training skills
• Advanced communication skills training

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification or equivalent
• Leadership course
• Mentorship course

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience within breast surgery, oncology, palliative care or women's health

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Proven listening/ counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately delver sensitive and difficult outcomes

Communication

Essential

• To be able to support patients who may be receiving significant news about their disease or treatment
• To give information with compassion and provide psychological support, recognise psychological needs and screen for distress

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre

Huntley Street

London

WC1E 6AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a Bank Support Worker to join our team at Cygnet Taunton.

Cygnet Hospital Taunton provides acute inpatient admissions service for men and women and a specialist inpatient service for men diagnosed with a learning disability.

Your Day-to-Day

£13 per hour + 12.1% annual leaveYoull be working with individuals within the acute male or female ward, our Male learning disability ward, or our new male neuro cognitive service line. Coming soon, on a bank contract. Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required Safeguard Maintain a safe and clean environment for allYou are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator and a good team player Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Helping to empower & support service user independence.Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Flexible working with opportunity for overtime Regular coaching &a mp; appraisal Expert supervision & peer supportPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Taunton

TA3 7BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Promote and champion the rights, values, responsibilities and diversity of people, and act in an open and compassionate way within clear professional boundaries.

Promote and maintain effective communication with people in order to build and sustain positive working relationships with individuals, families and carers, team members and other agencies. This may include accessing translation and interpreting services.

Contribute to the planning, implementation and review of care packages, including implementing specific parts of an individual care plan.

Working autonomously within relevant practice boundaries, under indirect, but not direct, supervision of registered clinicians.

Maintain accurate, confidential records of patient activity, contributing to a range of written documents as appropriate, including reports, referrals and letters. This includes collaboratively working with individuals to complete the Outcome Star and attend training in this tool if required.

Enable people to understand and manage their mental health needs in line with their care plan and relapse prevention strategies. This may include enabling people to manage their own domestic and personal resources, housing needs, and enabling people to access learning / training, or work opportunities.

Support individuals in developing and maintaining their identity and personal relationships, including potentially difficult relationships.

Support people with mental health needs to engage with their own health care, in accordance with their care plan.

Act to protect individuals from abuse and harm in line with local and National policies and procedures (e.g. Safeguarding, Risk Management and Suicide Prevention).

Work proactively with carers and families, identifying carers needs and signposting to appropriate services or agencies.

Proactively develop your knowledge and practice, making use of both clinical and management supervision and available learning opportunities.

Promote, monitor and maintain health, safety and security in the workplace

Please see full job Descriptions for all responsibilities

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Possession of, or the ability and willingness to work towards, an appropriate Level 5 vocational qualification (Foundation Degree in Mental Health or Health and Social Care

Desirable

• Training in an allied field such as counselling, mediation or advocacy.
• Training in psychosocial interventions (e.g. CBT, DBT and Motivational Interviewing).

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience of working in a mental health setting.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of mental health issues, taking a positive, non-judgmental approach towards service users, carers, colleagues and members of the public.
• Experience of mental health services, as a user, carer, volunteer or worker

Desirable

• Sound understanding of the Care Programme Approach and its application.
• Direct military experience or experience of working with veterans and their families/carers etc
• Experience of teaching / training individuals or groups
• Experience of working in a customer care environment, (e.g. an Advice Centre, Telephone Helpline or Advocacy Service)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to form and sustain a trusting relationship with service users/carers
• Well-developed listening skills and effective verbal communication skills and ability to communicate both face to face, via email and by telephone
• Written communication skills, with the ability to contribute to written reports, maintain accurate records and interpret relevant clinical information effectively
• IT skills: ability to use email, Microsoft word and basic clinical records databases
• Ability to manage own workload in an effective and timely manner
• Ability to use initiative appropriately, making decisions within the context of the role and service.
• Team-working skills, and ability to function effectively and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary setting
• Ability to articulate and demonstrate compassionate, recovery-focused care that values diversity and equality
• Enthusiasm for continual professional development and service improvement
• Flexible and adaptable to change

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems
• Ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times
• Mobile with the facility to move easily across a geographically dispersed, and often rural area with limited access to public transport. This will include attending face-to-face appointments, Trust training and team meetings as required.
• Ability to promote Op Courage at external events as required and on occasional weekends.

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Coast Resource Centre

Diamond Batch Road, Locking Castle

Western Super Mare

BS24 7FY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Together with other colleagues to provide a service for patients. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the Care Group.

Shared responsibility with other colleagues for providing 24 hours, 7 days a week cover for the Unit on a rota basis. Responsible also for covering colleagues periods of annual leave and short-term sickness.

Participation in Multi-disciplinary Meetings.

Contribution to audit and clinical governance programmes.

Responsible for outpatient clinic commitments in peripheral hospitals as agreed with the Care Group management team.

Contribute to the Care Group research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework.

Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

• Registerable medical qualification.
• Full MRCOG or equivalent.
• Full registration with GMC with License to Practice.
• Experience in obstetrics and gynaecology practice equivalent to ST6-7 level / Post-CCT
• Experience in day-to-day organisation of obstetrics and gynaecology services in a busy Teaching Hospital
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills.
• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
• Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
• Experience of undergraduate and post-graduate teaching and exam preparation.
• Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff.
• Professional attitude towards work, reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of Kings Values.

Desirable

• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD).
• Sub-Specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology
• Familiar with current structure of National Health Service and conversant with recent initiatives and changes.
• Management course and / or qualification.
• Relevant research experience in one or more aspects of women's health.
• Able to demonstrate ability to lead change.
• Teaching skills course / qualification.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Denmark hill

Camberwell

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of patients in your care.

You will undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/ multi pathologies. You will use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition with intermittent support.

You will formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on sound knowledge of treatment skills, e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, and other alternative options.

You will formulate accurate prognoses and, using a collaborative approach, recommend best course of intervention; developing comprehensive patient centred objectives and plans.

You will assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

You will complete timely and legible notes that are compliant to the Minimum data set established by the CSP.

Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress rehabilitation and treatment programmes.

You will evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if required.

You will assess and manage clinical risk within own patient caseload, to include, when appropriate, manual handling.

Work within hospital clinical guidelines and CSP guidelines and have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.

To be responsible for maintaining accurate, legible and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards of practice.

Supervise assistants record keeping according to professional and physiotherapy standards.

Be responsible and competent in the safe use of all gym equipment and patient appliances and aids used on patient management.

You will be responsible for maintaining and developing your own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.

Regularly assess and contribute to the performance assessment and appraisal of yourself and the team.

Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice, developing specialist knowledge of particular conditions and patient types

Contribute to and lead evidence-based projects within the service and contribute to improvements to service delivery and clinical practice. Make recommendations for change and when appropriate lead on the implementation of the changes.

Delegate responsibility to colleagues for managing patients with particular conditions and ensure they are responsible for providing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment plans for these patients.

Undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or as part of a team.

Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at and participation in.

Be actively involved in professional clinical groups, such as a journal club, CSP clinical interest groups, peer review and other professional development activities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience and competence in the assessment, treatment and management of patients within an inpatient physiotherapy service.
• Completion of a comprehensive rotation programme covering major specialities, including Orthopaedics, General Surgery, General Medicine, Neurology, Trauma & ITU, Musculoskeletal Outpatients and Intermediate Care.
• Experience contributing to team engagement and collaborative working.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, Consultants, colleagues, senior managers, GPs and external agencies.
• Commitment to continuing professional development, evidence-based practice, audit and research, with the ability to share knowledge and support the development of others.
• Understanding of service planning, budget awareness and departmental promotion.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to effectively plan and prioritise workload.
• Knowledge of HIW inspection requirements, clinical governance and regulatory standards.
• Understanding of the challenges facing the healthcare sector and the implications for physiotherapy services.
• Strong IT skills, including electronic record keeping, report writing and professional correspondence.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong IT skills.
• Basic skills in the provision of manual and
• exercise therapy.
• High level of personal and professional
• credibility.
• Diplomatic and sensitive to the needs of others.
• Reliable, logical and organised.
• Physically fit and able to comply with Trust
• manual handling guidelines.
• Able to work at intense levels on concentration
• during most of the working day.
• Ability to work within a stressful and
• unpredictable environment

Qualifications

Essential

• Physiotherapy BSc Hons Degree,
• HCPC & CSP Membership,
• Completion of student placements in the MSK
• field.

Desirable

• Physiotherapy MSc.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

St Joseph’s Hospital

Address

Harding Avenue

Malpas

Newport

NP20 6ZE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stjosephshospital.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Once inducted, to work with minimal or no direct supervision of an Physiotherapist.
• To carry own caseload of patients, with straightforward Physiotherapy problems, as delegated by the Physiotherapist.
• To assist with the care of patients including receiving them, transporting to treatment area, preparing drinks, supervising or assisting with drinking, toileting, dressing and undressing as part of their treatment programme.
• To provide treatment to patients following a pre-prescribed treatment plan utilising a variety of basic Physiotherapy techniques such as assisting a patient to such as assisting a patient to walk with a appropriate aid or undertake specific exercises.
• To be able to recognise change in the condition of a patient, decide whether to treat and watch and document the patient response/reaction to any treatment undertaken.
• To monitor patients physical and cognitive function whilst undertaking a range of activities and report changes to the Physiotherapist.
• To assist with removal and application of functional/supportive aids e.g. prostheses, splints and assist in the manufacture of splints and ensuring comfort of new splints by accurate final finishing.
• To assist the Physiotherapist with individual/group treatments progressing to independent routine treatment sessions and supervision of groups where maintenance of function is the objective.
• To measure, adjust and supply walking aids to patients. To teach the patient safe usage of equipment and develop clinical judgement skills and experience to progress the patient onto other ads following departmental protocol or the instruction from the Physiotherapist.
• To assess the safety of patients ascending and descending the stairsin line with agreed protocol, documenting safety in patients clinical notes.
• To collect data from patients for recognised outcome measures and document for thePhysiotherapist to interpret.
• To organise delegated work tasks and activities being flexible to the needs of the service as indicated by the Physiotherapist.

Communication and Representation

• To take and relay messages accurately on the telephone and face to face with patients, relatives, health care professionals and others e.g. company representatives
• To provide and receive information from patients, carers and other professionals regarding a patients condition and treatment progress.
• To develop skills in participating in meetings and handovers, taking and receiving Physiotherapy information about known patient group.
• To be able to motivate and persuade patients through effective communication skills, utilising verbal and non-verbal skills. Communication will be tailored to the patients/carers level of comprehension or cognition e.g. using interpreters
• To liaise with health care professionals and Physiotherapists on a day-to-day basis in clinical area of work, with regard to patient care.
• To book transport for outpatients
• To liaise with managers, other administrative and support staff as necessary to ensure the smooth running of the department, both clinically and administratively.
• To maintain confidentiality of patient information at all times in line with Trust and departmental policies

Information Management

• To maintain accurate and timely patient notes and activity records in accordance with departmental policy and to ensure the safekeeping and confidentiality of these records.
• To use departmental/Trust software e.g. EPR, PIMS

Human Resources Management

• To undertake non-clinical induction of assistants and students as required.
• To be an active team member by supporting other members, offering assistance, being flexible and approachable particularly during changing service demands and staffing levels.

Physical Resources Management

• To ensure that the treatment and working areas are kept safe and tidy, and to ensure competent equipment use. To report any faulty equipment to the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist in the area
• To be responsible for competent use and maintenance of all equipment used, to report defects in equipment in a timely manner to the Clinical Lead in the area and locate missing items.
• To understand the function and use of departmental equipment and be able to use safely jointly with Physiotherapy staff or independently with own patients.
• To undertake routine cleaning/tidying tasks of clinical equipment e.g. wheelchairs, electrical equipment
• To administer any equipment loan monitoring system and liaise with maintenance engineers where appropriate.
• To undertake administrative tasks particularly related to photocopying, record keeping, filing, errands and making appointments
• To be responsible for stock control within clinical areas ensuring consistent supply and request new orders from the departmental secretary, including using catalogues for new equipment.
• Collect, unpack and store new supplies
• To monitor levels, condition and date of contents in resuscitation trolley or first aid box, in relevant areas, on a regular basis and ensure new supplies are requested as required.

Service Development

• To follow Physiotherapy department and Trust policies
• To comment on changes to departmental policies, procedures and service development as required.

Training, education and research

• To demonstrate capability in Physiotherapy assistant skills, by completing the tasks listed in the Assistant Induction and competency Checklist, within the first 3 months of employment.
• To participate in the Kings College Hospital appraisal systemand to fulfil its requirements for maintaining competencies to the required level.
• To undertake in-service training to improve patient care and for personal development and organise programme on a rotational basis.
• To be responsible for personal Life Long Learning, and ensure that LLL is reflective in clinical and non-clinical practice.
• To participate in the departments ongoing audit programme as required.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3
• IT skills including email
• Basic Numeracy and English

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering care to patients in a health or social care setting

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS structure
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of the role of a physiotherapist

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Aware of Health and Safety policy and aware of need to comply with other relevant Trust policies/procedures
• Able to communicate - written and verbal - logically and accurately, in English, imparting information to others
• Trustworthy with respect to confidential information, property and undertaking procedures
• Able to cope with a challenging working environment, and periods of interruption during the day
• Willing to participate in personal development opportunities

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

PRUH

Locksbottom, Farnborough

BR6 9JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Cygnet Healthcare are looking for a confident, experiencedRegistered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or Registered Learning Disability Nurse (RNLD)with a passion for delivering outstanding care to join our team atWillow House.

You will be working42 hours per week (07:45 AM/PM till 08:00 AM/PM), including days/nights and alternative weekends.

Willow House is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with learning disabilities complex needs and behaviours that may challenge.

We also support people who have associated mental and physical health needs, including those with a secondary diagnosis of autism. With our in-house qualified Mental Health and Learning Disability Nurses (RMNs and RNLDs), we can provide specialist nursing care and support, which is tailored to the needs of the individual.

We can also offer bespoke packages including Speech and Language Therapy input for individuals that may require it. We aim to promote increased independence and community integration for the individuals in our care.

Your day-to-day at Willow House:

• Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
• Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
• Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
• Under NMC guideline s, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with patients, relatives & other healthcare professionals
• Safe administration of medication as per local and national guidelines
• Provide effective direction and support to junior members of the team

Essential:

• An experienced RMN or RNLD with a current PIN Number
• The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
• A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
• A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
• Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence
• Well informed of the Mental Health Act 1983 & have an understanding of latest nursing practices
• Able to deputise in a clinical lead role

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary: £22.50 per hour
• NHS & employee discount scheme
• 50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme & employee discount savings.
• Free meals on shift
• Free parking
• Bespoke career pathways

Apply now!

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Edgbaston

B17 8LS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• You must hold an RMN or RNLD qualification and have active registration with the NMC at the time of application. This role is open to newly qualified nurses, but NMC registration must already be in place.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

1 Ivydene Way, Off Noose Lane

Willenhall

West Midlands

WV13 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for confident Support Workers with a passion for delivering outstanding care.

You'll be working 42 hours a week in Thornfield Grange with Adults with Learning Disabilities and Autism along with behaviours that challenge.

Working shifts of 10am - 10pm, 7.45am to 8pm and night shifts if required, inhouse meals are provided and paid handovers. This role involves working every other weekend, and bank holidays (including Christmas).

Please note: A driving license is required for this role. For Insurance purposes, applicants must be 21 years of age or over and have held a full UK driving license for at least 2 years.

Thornfield Grange is a specialist residential service with nursing for adults with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs. Based in Bishop Auckland, County Durham, Thornfield Grange supports individuals who have behaviours that may challenge, as well as those who have significant difficulties with social engagement.

The role involves supporting adults with all aspects of daily life, including on occasion personal care. Accessing the community regular and taking service users on holidays and driving responsibilities.

Your Day-to-Day

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all our service users, patients & residents
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator and a good team player
• Sensitive and intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment
• Helping to empower & support service user independence

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you

• £13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months and £13.70 per hour at 18 months

• An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme

• Flexible working with opportunity for overtime

• Regular coaching & appraisal

• Expert supervision & peer support

• Employee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice

• DBS paid

• NHS and blue discount

• 24 hours free GP helpline

• On site benefits including free meals

• Plus much more

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Bishop Auckland

DL14 7QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• You must hold an RMN or RNLD qualification with active NMC registration and have previous experience working within a healthcare setting. We are looking for someone with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

1 Ivydene Way, Off Noose Lane

Willenhall

West Midlands

WV13 3AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)