Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an innovative role of Mental Health Practitioner with the Older Adult Mental Health team Brecon, Powys.

This role would also provide an opportunity to be mentored or to mentor, career progression and continued education.

We are seeking applications from Registered Mental Health Nurses, Social workers or Occupational Therapists, who have experience of working in community services.

Main duties of the job
Responsible for the specialist assessment and care of clients and provide relevant appropriate treatments to allow them to maintain independence for as long as possible in the community. Liaise with specialist services within their catchment area and develop links with Primary Care Services and other caregivers. Manage outcomes autonomously; link to peer support through supervision and video conferencing facilities.

About us
Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse OR Occupational Therapist OR Registered Social Worker
• Up-to-date registration
• Post registration experience within Older Age Psychiatry Assessment processes
• Skilled in risk assessment and risk management
• Understanding of the Mental Health Measure (Wales)
• Knowledge of evidence-based interventions

Experience
Essential

• Prioritise and manage own workload
• Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Skills and Attributes
Essential

• Knowledgeable and skilled in mental health assessment, requiring the ability to plan, organise and signpost care
• Proven clinical skills commensurate with the post
• Skilled in care and treatment planning

Other
Essential

• Resilient in dealing with patients' experiences of extreme distress, and supporting families
• Ability to travel within geographical area

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.

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).

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