About this role
Job summary
Would you describe yourself as dynamic, innovative, and professional? Are you looking for a new challenge supporting Children, Youngpeopleand adults aged 18-25? Would you be interested in being a part of an exciting National initiative?
We are excited to reveal that we are looking for Dynamic Support Navigators (band 7) to join our "KeyworkingProgramme" at our base inErleghHouse, Reading.
The aim of the "KeyworkingProgramme" is to trial a new way of working to support children and young people with a learning disability and/or autism, who are at risk of admission to a mental health hospital.
As well as supporting children and young people you will also work with their families to make sure they are fully involved in their plans and they have the support they need at the right time, in a co-ordinated way.
These are not clinical roles as such but strive to actively consult, navigate, and guide the teams around the service user to bring about interventions that are strengths-focused, evidence-based and tailored to meet the needs of the child/young person and their family/carer.
The working hours for these roles are Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and we are open to both full and part time applicants.
Main duties of the job
Identifyand engage children, youngpeopleand adults aged 18-25 who are at the highest risk of admission to a mental health hospital. This also includes young people who may have recently been discharged from a Tier 4 setting and are working to prevent a "revolving door" of readmission.
Work with CYPandadults aged 18-25(and their families), who are at the highest risk of admission to a mental health hospital to develop a personalised care programme plan that encompasses all aspects of their care. This will involve developing a flexible plan of work around the CYP/adults aged 18-25 and their family's needs andidentifiedoutcomes.
Communicate clearly with CYPandadults aged 18-25 and their familyto help them understand and navigate the system. For example: advising how to access legal and medical information.
Represent and champion the CYPandadults aged 18-25withdiscussions around provision of care asrequired, communicating compassionately and confidently with them and the range of professionals involved in their care.
Troubleshoot on behalf of the child/young person/adults aged 18-25 and their family whererequiredto ensure the necessary support is put in place to enable them to remain within, or be discharged into, the community.
Promote joined-up, consistent care that meets their needs and rights. This may involve constructively challenging the 'status quo', bureaucratic decision making and decision making in silos.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
Caring for and about you is our top priority Committed to providing good quality, safe services Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell Generous NHS pension scheme Excellent learning and career development opportunities 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave Free parking across Trust sites
Job description Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
Registration with a recognised approved body AND relevant qualification
Previousexperience working with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities
Strong leadership skills
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet thecriteria in theperson specificationand write about thispoint-by-pointin your supporting statementfor the best chance of being shortlisted.
Werecommitted to equal opportunitiesand welcomeapplications fromall sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected inour accreditations:Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, CarerConfident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award.Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call:Kelley McGuireon07342076570or email:[email protected] delighted to help.
Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training Essential
Registration with a recognised approved body
Continuous Professional Development Essential
Evidence of continued professional development
Previous Experience Essential
Experience of working in the field of Autism and/or Learning Disabilities. Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment. Ability to being responsible for strongly influencing and changing process to improve service delivery for CYP and their families Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating plans that support CYP in the most complex and challenging environments both in-patient or community based. Experience of managing disclosure, high level safety risks and local safeguarding processes
Desirable
Experience of monitoring budgets Understanding of the services that can be accessed to support the outcomes for CYP
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential
Able to engage, lead and motivate others both within and outside the organisation Strong leaderships skills and experience managing groups of professionals or CYP and their families to influence and support decision making. Skills for communication on complex matters and contentious situations, requiring persuasion and influence to overcome barriers to understanding. Able to work in a range of challenging environments including confrontational situations, offering empathy and care whilst maintaining appropriate boundaries and control. Ability to communicate effectively with service users and key partners ie: commissioners, service managers in order to successfully manage challenging situations, unpredictable patient demands and overcome existing barriers. Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting demands.
Desirable
Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures. Knowledge of financial systems/managing resources e.g. staff costs, monitoring budgets, processing invoices and procurement
Additional Requirements Essential
Used to working in a busy environment. Adaptability, flexibility, and ability to cope with uncertainty and change. Willing to engage with and learn from peers, other professionals, and colleagues in the desire to provide or support the most appropriate interventions. Professional calm and efficient manner Effective organiser, influencer, and networker Demonstrates a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
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 Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address Keyworking Programme - Erlegh House, University of Reading, Earley Gate, Whiteknights Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 6BZ
Whiteknights Road
Reading
RG6 6BZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)