Job summaryWe are excited to offer a
full time Band 5-6 development post in
Scarborough Acute Hospital Liaison Service(AHLS).
This post is open to both experienced Band 5 clinicians, who are already operating at Band 6 level and developing Band 5 staff. Our Senior Leadership are committed to supporting any successful Band 5 clinician through role-specific competencies to allow them to develop the knowledge and skills to progress in their career to a Band 6.
Once all competencies are successfully demonstrated, the applicant will receive a permanent Band 6 position within the team.This post is not open to Newly Registered Professions, candidates must have their professional registration in place and successfully completed the preceptorship programme in order to be consideredThe AHLS Team work into A&E and the hospital wards, supporting adults with a range of mental health symptoms and safety needs. People referred to the AHLS Team may also have complex comorbid physical health and social needs. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, motivated clinician who is excited about working within a busy acute hospital A&E department and on acute hospital wards.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visaMain duties of the jobThis developmental post is open to registered professionals including: mental health nurses, dual qualified nurses, OT's, social workers.
Daily core duties include:- Liaising with staff in the acute hospital, supporting them with the management of the mental health and well-being of patients who have been admitted for physical health care, but who require support with new or existing mental health need.
- Responding to referrals asking for a mental state assessment for people presenting with an acute mental health problem in A&E or on the ward. There are clear response times and targets for the Team, which you will support us to continue to achieve.
- Being professionally accountable and responsible for giving specialist advice & support to facilitate the mental health care given to patients in the acute hospital.
- Presenting the views of patients and carers to the clinical teams in the acute hospital to facilitate collaborative working. Also liaising with other professionals & agencies in the facilitation of a safe and effective plans of mental health care.
- Liaising with other professionals and agencies in the development & facilitation of safe and effective discharge plans - reducing hospital lengths of stay and readmission.
- Promoting the principles of the Recovery Model and Trauma Informed Care. Enhancing knowledge and skills in the field of mental ill health for staff employed in acute hospital through the provision of specialist advice and training.
About usWe are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job responsibilitiesPlease read the attached Job Description carefully and ensure that you meet the criteria outlined in the Person Specification prior to applying. You will need to demonstrate throughout your application how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.
We encourage all interested candidates to make contact with us to learn more about the team and/or to arrange a visit.
The AHLS Team operates over 24 hours, 7 day a week, with shift patterns. Knowledge of working in Liaison Psychiatry is desirable but not essential; however some community experience would be of benefit to any interested applicant.
For more information about this job or to arrange an informal visit to the team, please contact:
Kelly Green - Acute Hospital Liaison Team Managerkelly.green4@nhs.net
01723342663
Tyra Sutton - Community Modern Matrontyra.sutton@nhs.net
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential- Current professional registration with an approved professional body - Nursing & Midwifery Council RNMH or RNLD. HCPC (e.g. OT), Social Work England (Social Worker)
- To be recognised practice assessor / mentor or work towards in an agreed timescale
- Trained Clinical Supervisor (within 6 month probationary period)
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
ExperienceEssential- Working with people with mental ill health / learning disabilities
- Working in a person centred therapeutic organisation
- Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
- Working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Working in partnership with other agencies
Desirable- Experience of working in a community setting.
KnowledgeEssential- Evidence based knowledge of best practice in caring for patients in the designated field
- Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act)
- Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
- Understanding of Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance and Clinical Supervision, including application in practice
- Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment.
Skills & Personal AttributesEssential- Must be able to manage own time and prioritise effectively.
- Must be self-motivate and able to motivate and work positively and assertively with other members of the team.
- Must be able to work flexibly and co-operatively as part of a team.
- Must be able to use own initiative and make decisions independently.
- Must be self aware and committed to professional and personal development. Able to accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision
- Must be compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
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). 
