About this role
Job summary
To work as part of the Community CAMHS multi-disciplinary team with a specific focus on children and young people referred to the CAMHS service for assessment of ADHD and/or ASD.
The post holder will work within the community setting across Bolton and Wigan Community CAMHS, supporting patients on their journey but be expected to be flexible in terms of delivering care within a variety of settings.
Main duties of the job
oTo support with the triage of new and existing referrals made into Community CAMHS for ADHD and/or ASD assessments as part of the new GM ND Transformation Agenda
oTo support the Neurodevelopmental Nurse-led service from assessment to diagnosis and subsequent monitoring arrangements in line with NICE Recommendations.
o To provide consultation to a skill mixed team regarding ADHD and ASD and to facilitate a culture of learning and reflective practice.
oTo work in collaboration with the Clinical Team Manager, NMP's and Senior Practitioners to support the clinical governance / public health and NHS modernisation agenda.
o To actively contribute to the implementation of the safeguarding agenda within the service, in partnership with the GMMH safeguarding team.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description Job responsibilities
To support with the triage of new and existing referrals made into Community CAMHS for ADHD and/or ASD assessments as part of the new GM ND Transformation Agenda
To support the Neurodevelopmental Nurse-led service from assessment to diagnosis and subsequent monitoring arrangements in line with NICE Recommendations.
To provide consultation to a skill mixed team regarding ADHD and ASD and to facilitate a culture of learning and reflective practice.
To work in collaboration with the Clinical Team Manager, NMPs and Senior Practitioners to support the clinical governance / public health and NHS modernisation agenda.
To actively contribute to the implementation of the safeguarding agenda within the service, in partnership with the GMMH safeguarding team.
Please see job description and person specification for further details.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification Essential
First level nursing qualification, RMN or equivalent.
Desirable
Additional qualifications relevant to this post.
Experience Essential
Demonstrable knowledge/understanding and experience in assessment of service users with complex mental health and/or complex needs such as ADHD/ASC and/or other neurodevelopmental conditions. Evidence of an ability to effectively manage own workload and able to work autonomously. Working within a team and/or multi-agency arenas.
Desirable
Specialist working knowledge and experience of supporting and monitoring service users diagnosed with ADHD/ASC.
Knowledge/Skills Essential
Demonstrable ability to communicate to service users, their families, and professionals sensitive and often difficult to receive information, using various methods including verbal, non-verbal, written and presentation skills. Good knowledge of legislation acts and developments relevant to the field of child related work.
Desirable
Demonstrable knowledge and skills in evidence-based needs led assessment, of highly complex and co-morbid presentations of service users, their families, and carers. Demonstrable knowledge and skills in evidence based therapeutic interventions relevant to the needs of this client group. Clinical/Safeguarding risk assessment 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.
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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 Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bolton and Wigan Community CAMHS
Bolton CAMHS - Royal Bolton Hospital & Wigan CAMHS - 155 Manchester Road
Bolton and Wigan
BL4 0JR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)