About this role
Job summary
The Children and Young People Mental Health Crisis & Intensive Support Team has an opportunity for a Community Mental Health Practitioner to join the team in Lichfield
In the role you will work directly with children and young people with mental health needs and their families, carrying out assessments (including risk management) and effective treatment and/or interventions, with the aim of helping children and young people participate in normal family and community activities and to facilitate positive outcomes of care in relation to young people's mental health needs. The role will also facilitate hospital admission avoidance and seamless transitions between services where appropriate.
You will also be expected to work flexibly within the Team to support a crisis, brief intervention and intensive support function. Dependent on skill and service need you will need to be available to external professionals and carers to offer advice, signposting and guidance (especially in relation to urgency and risk) associated with children and young people's mental health and emotional wellbeing.
You will provide assessments and interventions for CYP as part of the MDT for those experiencing severe to moderate mental health conditions.
Please note that you are required to hold a valid NMC registration or HCPC or Social Work England registration to apply for this role and be able to evidence required skills.
Main duties of the job
The assessment of need and delivery of safe and effective interventions for CYP and families in their communities and in places of safety, working to avoid hospital admission and manage complex risks, in accordance with recognised clinical guidance. Co-ordinating the care of the CYP on caseload Working as part of the MDT and in an integrated way with wider teams and services to meet the needs of the CYP & Families Offering advice, support and supervision to other healthcare professionals
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
As part of this role, you will be required to travel across wide geographical area and have access to a car, with valid driving licence and business insurance.
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For full details of the role, please see attached the job description and person specification. If you do have any further questions regarding the role, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential
First level (Degree or higher diploma) professional Nursing / AHP / Social Work / Therapy qualification in mental health, Social Work, Nursing AHP or equivalent with demonstrable knowledge and continuous post qualified experience/professional development Conforms to Professional governing body requirements
Desirable
Recognised appropriate qualification in mentoring/assessing/supporting students in placement Qualification in providing supervision Professional specific additional qualification e.g. non-medical prescriber (NMP), Sensory Integration, Approved Mental Health Practitioner (AMHP) Psychological intervention/Professional Qualification including, Motivational Interviewing techniques CBT, CBTp, Family Interventions, CAT, DBT, Solution focussed interventions, Positive Behaviour Support Planning,
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES Essential
Knowledge of Child Social Care and Mental Health legislation and safeguarding Knowledge of relevant NICE guidance Knowledge of relevant professional Code of Conduct Understanding of the principles of the Care Programme Approach and Community Care Act Demonstrate understanding of Equality and Anti-discriminatory practice Knowledge of other relevant local and national documents/drivers that effects practice Knowledge of the wide range of statutory independent and third sector service provision for CYP Skills of assessing, planning and evaluating care, for people with mental health related difficulties, utilising recognised models of care Skilled in the assessment and formulation of clinical risk and developing and communicating appropriate risk management plans Knowledge and experience of holistic assessment of need and understanding of appropriate intervention and MDT approach. Ability to complete and interpret Clinical Outcome measures such as CORC A range of skills and knowledge to deliver evidence-based interventions Skilled in interventions to engage those who may otherwise not access services when in need Knowledge of Children's Act, Mental Health Act, the Mental Capacity Act and DOLS Range of Interpersonal skills, (communication, listening, working collaboratively) maintaining good working relationships with those that use the service, other service providers and agencies Ability to support and supervise the performance, practice of less experienced and support level staff as appropriate Supervisory skills and knowledge to be able to provide clinical supervision Ability to work flexibly (as part of a rota) to meet the extended remit of the service (8am - 10pm, 365 days a year Participate in Staff Appraisal and Performance Review Ability to work to agreed Quality Standards (CQUINS, CQC, MONITOR, NHSLA, NHS OUTCOMES and others) Accurate and timely recording and maintenance of information systems Ability to input and read information from electronic records. Skills in Conflict Resolution Ability to work flexibly in the YP's Communities/homes or virtually as appropriate Ability to use own initiative to enable contribution to a Multi-Disciplinary Team approach Ability to assess, formulate and manage risk effectively (inclusive of, but not exclusive of, mental health) Proven ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team Skills and knowledge to determine when and how to mobilise appropriate professionals in the event a health, mental health or social emergency
Desirable
Understanding of psychological formulation Experience of working within a lone working framework Skilled in utilising recognised profession specific assessments Skilled in using specific outcome measures including the CORC/CYPIAPT measures for children and young people
EXPERIENCE Essential
Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with those who may experience complex mental health needs in the community setting Experience of working with people who have difficulty in engaging with services and have complex mental health needs Experience of making decisions autonomously whilst working with people and families in the community setting Experience of assessing, planning, co ordinating and managing care for those with mental health or neurodevelopmental needs Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams Experience of assessing and managing complex needs including risk within a structured framework such as CPA/Safeguarding Children frameworks Experience of effectively managing mental health related issues/referrals/need for advice face to face and virtually, including telephone, at times of high demand and in relation to highly stressful/emotive situations. Experience and ability to carry out clinical audit
Desirable
Experience in CAMHS although the lack of explicit CAMHS experience is not an excluding factor Experience of working with people who may have neurodevelopmental needs such as Autism, ADHD or Learning Disability Experience of working in a crisis/intensive support model Experience of presenting and educating other services at local and/or national level
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Essential
Leadership skills, ability to motivate and influence others Team player, Integrity, Negotiation skills, effective time management/organisation skills Ability to deliver difficult messages in a sensitive manner Credibility with others as a clinician and a leader Exemplary personal standards of conduct and behaviour Possesses values and beliefs that enables others to deliver services effectively Passion for working with C&YP experiencing mental health difficulties A flexible attitude Ability to move between trusts sites
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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Block 6, St Michael's Court
Trent Valley Road
Lichfield
WS13 6EF
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)