Community Nurse Mental Health (Adults)

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1 Job Title: Community Nurse Mental Health (dults) Band: 6 Hours: 37.5 Department: Location: Reports to: Responsible for: Trustwide London or Kent Team Leader N/ Job Purpose: The post holder will provide effective assessment and / or case management to people with complex nonpsychotic disorders, using evidence based / client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. They will act as care co-ordinator under the CP process if indicated. The post holder will participate in the planning, development and evaluation of the service and supervise students on practice placements. They will also commit to carry out MDT activities e.g. duty responsibilities. Our Commitments: Be caring, kind and polite Be prompt and value your time promise to Do what say m going to do Be honest and direct with you Take the time and listen to you

2 Key Responsibilities: 1) To be responsible, under supervision, for the assessment / care co-ordination for a number of cases as identified and supervised by the senior practitioner. To undertake collaborative risk assessments and risk management and crisis plans as appropriate. To work with service users to identify recovery goals as part of the overall care plan. To work as an integral part of the MDT in providing a flexible and responsive service where required (this will involve a duty system). To provide supervised interventions in evidence based practice where required. To work within policy, professional and legal frameworks at all times and have a clear understanding of ones Code of Professional Conduct, adult and child protection protocols, Mental Health and Capacity cts and CP, and Trust clinical policies 2) To effectively work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and contribute to / implement decisions with regard to service users treatment and care. To develop therapeutic relationships which facilitate collaborative working. To actively promote relationships with colleagues that support open communication and supportive working, taking personal responsibility for one's contribution to the process of effective Team working. To maintain a high standard of written communication, recording appropriate events and observations in accordance with Trust policies and Code of Professional Conduct. To maintain confidentiality of information in accordance with Trust policies and profession s Code of Conduct. Maintain appropriate, up-to-date, written and electronic records and activity data in accordance with Professional and Trust standards. Contribute to team and CG audit through completion of outcome measures 3) To review, reflect and improve practice through effective use of clinical and managerial supervision and appraisal. To undertake the supervision and appraisal of junior staff as required. To demonstrate an ability to identify areas for personal development to improve and enhance knowledge and skills. To demonstrate an awareness of the effects of and one's own limitations in fulfilling some aspects of the role on the mental wellbeing of oneself, and demonstrate ability to seek assistance and guidance from colleagues. To show self-awareness and an ability to reflect and discuss emotions and thoughts in relation to care of service users. 4) To demonstrate an ability to initiate, plan and implement the induction, training and education of students and other staff. To regularly be responsible for the supervision and written assessment of students on practice placement within the Service. To participate in inter-professional training within the service as part of the teams training and development initiatives. Provide clinical training and supervision to clients extended support network as appropriate. 5) To comply with the code of ethics and Professional Conduct and national and local procedures and guidelines. To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of clients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to those needs. Demonstrate an ability to apply increasingly complex skills and knowledge commensurate with establishing higher levels of professional practice. 6) To actively participate in and contribute to the planning, delivery, evaluation and audit of practice, clinical pathways and protocols as required. To participate in research and audit activities. To contribute to meeting the strategic targets and the needs of the borough s residents and the Trust, including outcome monitoring. 7) To exercise good time management, punctuality and consistent, reliable attendance.

3 Personal Specification: Each requirement will either be identified through the candidate s application form () or interview (). Candidates should ensure they read and understand the requirements below and ensure they have the relevant experience/knowledge before applying. South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust are committed to developing staff and will offer relevant training and development opportunities where desirable requirements are missing. Essential Requirements Desirable Requirements Core Mental Health Qualification (RMN, OT, DpSW) Experience working within a community mental health setting Experience working with people with complex mental health difficulties Knowledge of specialised evidence based interventions of people with personality disorder/recurrent depressive disorder/ dual diagnosis Experience of recovery based socially inclusive model Use of outcome measures to evaluate service effectiveness Experience working as a Care Co-ordinator (or equivalent) Clear understanding of dynamics of a team using a team approach Experience working within an integrated multi-disciplinary team udit/evaluations skills Has worked with service user/carer groups Local knowledge dependant on post Experience of supervising junior staff or students Has worked with people with challenging behaviours Knowledge of evidence based treatments for mental health disorders Knowledge of mental health legislation and national policy Knowledge and recovery model and other theoretical models related to the care of people with severe mental health difficulties Knowledge of principles of risk Completed mentorship training

4 management Excellent verbal, written and T communication skills Flexible approach to varied work environment Time management skills Crisis intervention and resolution experience bout South London and Maudsley: South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLaM) provide the widest range of NHS mental health services in the UK as well as substance misuse services for people who are addicted to drugs and alcohol. We work closely with the nstitute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (oppn), King's College London and are part of King's Health Partners cademic Health Sciences Centre. There are very few organisations in the world that have such wide-ranging capabilities working with mental illness. Our scope is unique because it is built on three major foundations: care and treatment, science and research, and training. SLaM employ around 5000 staff and serve a local population of 1.1 million people. We have more than 230 services including inpatient wards, outpatient and community services. Currently, provide inpatient care for approximately 5,300 people each year and treat more than 45,000 patients in the community in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark; as well as substance misuse services for residents of Bexley, Bromley and Greenwich. By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities, and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field. SLaM delivered more than 14,000 training experiences in 2014; providing an extensive range of learning opportunities for staff at all levels. n addition, our working relationship with King's Health Partners allows those working at the Trust to get involved in academic research. Trust Policy and Procedures: Confidentiality: Confidentiality/data protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours) in accordance with professional codes of conduct and relevant legislation such as the Data Protection ct. The post holder should ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust nformation governance policies and procedures. ny breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary action may be taken.

5 Equal Opportunities: Promote the concepts of equality of opportunity and managing diversity Trust wide. Health and Safety: Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work ct 1974, paying due regard to health and safety in the workplace and management of risk to maintain a safe working environment for service users, visitors and employees. nfection Prevention and Control: Employees must be aware of their responsibilities to protect service users, visitors and employees against the risks of acquiring health care associated infections, in accordance with Trust policy. Professional standards and performance review: Maintain consistently high professional standards and act in accordance with the relevant professional code of conduct. Employees are expected to participate in the performance review process. Service/Department standards: Support the development of performance standards within the Service/Department to ensure the service is responsive to and meeting the needs of its customers. Finance: ll Trust staff will comply with the financial processes and procedures. Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable dults: Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Children ct 1989, 2004 and the trusts safe guarding vulnerable adults policy. Code of Conduct: The post holder is required to adhere to the standards of conduct expected of all NHS managers set out in the Code of Conduct for NHS managers. This job description will be subject to regular review and adjustment. SUMMRY: This job description is an outline of the key tasks and responsibilities of the post and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the pay band. The post may change over time to reflect the developing needs of the Trust and its services, as well as the personal development of the post holder.