Job SummaryTo deliver a health and social care service working as an integral member of the ECHT mental health services, providing a service for people experiencing severe and enduring mental health problems.
The post holder through PROMs, key working and case management will lead and contribute to the provision of a comprehensive range of community services as a Lead professional for a defined caseload.
To be accountable for a clinical caseload delivering appropriate and effective evidence based care to meet the needs of the individual.
To work collaboratively with patients, care home staff and their carers to facilitate and promote rehabilitation, helping patients to achieve and maintain their optimum level of mental health functioning and quality of life in the community care home setting.
Main Duties of the Job- To manage an assigned caseload delivering continuous effective evidence based care.
- To carry out comprehensive patient centered assessments, plan and implement individual strategies of care to meet identified needs in conjunction with the patient, care giver and members of the multi-disciplinary team as appropriate.
- To evaluate care plans and outcomes regularly and modify as required.
- To fulfil a care co-ordinator role and ensure that all care given is in line with the requirements of the care management using SystemOne as the primary patient care record.
- To attend reviews, case conferences, tribunals and other meetings as required.
- To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and other agencies involved in the care of the individual thereby maintaining and enhancing close professional working relationships
About UsRotherham 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 dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
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 ResponsibilitiesPlease 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 SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Degree, Diploma or equivalent in R.M.N, and significant prequalification experience plus additional training/short courses
Desirable- Continuing post qualification Mental health training
- Experience of working with People with mental health problems
- V300 independent supplementary nurse prescribing or willing to work towards it
ExperienceEssential- Appropriate experience either pre or post qualification in the field of mental health
- Crisis working Management of complex needs
Desirable- Work in multi-disciplinary setting
- Local Government experience Mental Health experience Care Programme Approach Care co-ordination.
- Experience of collaborating with older people with mental health problems
KnowledgeEssential- Understanding of Equal Opportunities' Policy. Knowledge of the National Health Service and related organisations.
- Knowledge and understanding of current mental health issues.
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act and Care Act including other relevant legislation.
- Understanding of the Care Programme - understanding of dialogue
- Approach and ability to fulfil a care co-ordinator role.
- 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.
Desirable- Experience in mental health work.
- Experience in delivering psychosocial interventions and participating in assessments of older people.
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). 
