About this role
Job summary
The post holder will work as a member of a multidisciplinary within the Adult Community Mental Health Treatment Team, providing a service to those experiencing mental health symptoms of a serious and enduring nature.
To be responsible as Key Worker for the assessment and co-ordination of care needs, planning and implementation of evidence-based care to a defined group of service users and their carers.
To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team.
To act as a role model and resource for junior/less experienced staff.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of the evidence based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group.
Responsible for the appropriate clinical risk assessment of service users contacting the crisis service as appropriate.
Providing an effective advice, guidance and decision making process culminating in the co-ordination of any reviewed plan of care.
Responsible for the admission, case conference/reviews and discharge in collaboration with members of the multi-disciplinary team.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree, Diploma or equivalent in R.M.N, and significant pre-qualification experience plus additional training/short courses
Desirable
Continuing post qualification Mental health training Experience of working with People with mental health problems
Experience Essential
Appropriate experience post qualification in the field of mental health Crisis working Management of complex needs
Desirable
Work in multi-disciplinary Setting Experience of working with Older people with mental health problems Local Government experience Mental Health experience Care Programme Approach Care co-ordination.
Knowledge Essential
Understanding of Equal Opportunities' Policy. Knowledge and understanding of current mental health issues. Knowledge of the National Health Service and related organisations. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act and Care Act including other relevant legislation
Desirable
Knowledge of Dialog plus Experience in delivering psycho-social interventions Experience in mental health work
Skills and abilities Essential
Ability to manage a large case load and co-ordinate care as a key worker Assessment and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise work. Range of intervention skills. Problem solving skills. Evidence of co-ordinating /planning interagency approaches to mental health care. Ability to work as part of a team and also without direct supervision. Excellent communication skills in individual and group settings High standards of literacy and IT skills.
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 Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address Swallownest Court
Aughton Road
Rotherham
S26 4TH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)