Total 283 Others level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Warrington, WA5 1UD

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLIITIES To work as part of the PCN wider team providing support for the Practices teams (both clinical and administrative). Work with the Clinical Pharmacists Provide clinical and professional support to GPs and other members of the primary healthcare team. Medicines reconciliation post discharge and on other transfers of care, actioning changes where appropriate within competencies. Undertake reviews to ensure adherence to monitoring and shared care protocols. Phone consultations to offer patients medication advice and medication reviews. Day to day handling of prescription queries within area of own competence. Review nursing home prescription requests. Carry out housekeeping whilst in patient records e.g., dose optimisation and medicines synchronisation. Improve prescribing processes at the practice which may require delivery of training and development to practice based prescribing clerks to support improved co-ordination and effective administration within the Practice. Promotion of electronic repeat dispensing and online ordering. Assisting in advising clinicians of alternative meds when notified item(s) are unavailable. Assist in practice response to complaints or significant events. Liaise with other pharmacy stakeholders e.g., Medicines Management Team, community pharmacy and hospital pharmacy teams. Handle function specific information, which may be sensitive, complex or confidential and appropriately recording, transferring and/or coordinating such information in accordance with the Data Protection Act; Caldecott Guidelines; and the Confidentiality Code of Conduct. To assist with the development and review of medicines audits utilising the TPP GP practice clinical systems to conduct the audits. Ensure that all major MHRA drug alerts, where appropriate and within levels of competence, are acted upon within the practice over an appropriate time frame and to advise on any medication changes that occur as a result. Promote cost-effective, safe, evidence-based prescribing in accordance with national and local guidance. To undertake training and development, to ensure the required knowledge and skills for practice-based work. Support students and trainees as required. Provide health promotion support. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITES Participate in the administrative responsibilities of the practice team. Ensure the clinical computer system is maintained with accurate data entered in a timely manner. Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care. Review and process data using accurate read codes in order to ensure easy and accurate retrieval for monitoring and audit purposes. Understand own and other responsibilities to the organisation regarding the freedom of information act. Collate, analyse and present clinical data and new guidance to the rest of PHCT for areas of responsibility. Ensure e-learning modules are completed as per agreed timelines. Implement and adhere to the practices policies and procedures. Adhere to the practice procedures/policies to notify absences and request leave. Appearance and Conduct Conduct yourself in a manner which is professional, polite and friendly. Present a smart and professional image at all times ensuring that your uniform is kept clean, tidy and in good repair. Work as an effective team member, supporting colleagues. Wear the name badge provided by the Practice at all times whilst on duty. Refrain from wearing jewellery or nail polish whilst on duty. HEALTH, SAFETY & SECURITY The postholder will promote and maintain their own and others health and safety as per practice policy/guidelines. Use the personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines. Identify the risks involved in work activities and undertake them in a way that reduces the risks, reporting to the Practice Manager as per policy, any shortfalls. Make effective use of training to update knowledge and skills when required. Maintain mandatory training in CPR and Anaphylaxis as per current procedures. Maintain mandatory training of child health/vulnerable adult procedures and statutory local guidance and referral criteria in regard to safeguarding policy. Know the health and safety policies and procedures within the workplace, including fire procedures, maintaining documentation, monitoring and maintenance of equipment and furniture within your area of responsibility. Use the computer monitor safely. Ensure own workstation is adjusted appropriately to ensure own safety/well-being. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The postholder will support the equality and diversity rights of patients as per the practice policy. Act in ways that recognise the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures, policies and current legislation. Respect the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Treat all patients, carers and colleagues fairly and with respect. Understand basic legal and communication issues regarding child abuse, family violence, vulnerable adults, substance abuse and addictive behaviour. Behave in a manner which is welcoming, respectful and non-judgemental at all times. Act as a role model in good practice relating to equality and diversity. Confidentiality Ensure all information held at the Practices about patients, whether held electronically or in hard copy is treated as confidential and kept in a secure manner/environment. Ensure all other information about the Practices e.g., financial or other business matters is also treated as confidential. Ensure confidentiality agreement signed at commencement of post and adhered to at all times. COMMUNICATION The postholder should recognise the importance of good interpersonal skills. Communicate effectively with other disciplines across primary, secondary and tertiary care services as and when necessary. Communicate effectively with patients and carers, recognising their needs for alternative methods of communication, responding accordingly to ensure patients are fully informed and consent to treatment. Anticipate barriers to communication and take actions to improve communication. QUALITY Report to the Manager issues of quality and risk in the care of patients. Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct. Participate in the maintenance of quality governance systems and processes across the practice. Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultations, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Practice in accordance with agreed high standards of care Know the practices policies, especially the Freedom to Speak Up policy, available on the practice intranet. Understand and apply legal policy that supports the identification of vulnerable and abused children and adults health procedures and local guidance. Prioritise and manage your own workloads efficiently in a manner that maintains and promotes quality. Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self and peer review and participate in improvements and feedback where required. Participate in team activities that create opportunities to improve patient care. Work effectively with team members and other agencies to meet patients needs. Support and participate in shared learning across the practice and wider organisations. Support the practice in implementing evidence-based guidance including NICE and NSFs. Support the practice in its high achievement status. Participate in the review, management and identity of any learning points from patient complaints and significant event process. SERVICE IMPROVEMENT Support structures in place to ensure the smooth running of the practice. Be aware of and, if appropriate, assist in current clinical audit/guidance. Have a flexible approach to working hours in order to respond positively to the business needs. PERSONAL / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Maintain professional accountability and development by attending relevant courses were deemed necessary. Support the development of others in order to maximise potential. Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice. Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance and participate in the annual appraisal process, acting as a positive role model. Participate in required mandatory training by the practice as part of their employment. Maintain professional standards and take appropriate action if standards are not met, challenging complacency and actions that are not in the interest of patients or service users. Participate in the planning and implementing of changes within the area of care responsibility. Participate in planning/engagement of practice-based commissioning or initiatives. Recognise and understand the roles and responsibilities of individuals working within the primary health care team and promote professional development of yourself and other members of the team. Understand own role and scope and identify how this may develop over time. Ensure awareness of resources of support and guidance available to patients.

Please see the job description and person specification attached for further information on the role. FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED

For more information on working for the Trust, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Role and Responsibilities 1. To ensure that agreed quality assurances initiatives are implemented within the clinic. 2. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities when required to ensure effective patient care 3. To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the clinic 4. To provide improvement, independence and choice for patients, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. 5. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of outpatient clinics. 6. To ensure policy and procedures understood by yourself to ensure the highest standard of care. 7. To ensure that all patients have an up-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves patients in the preparation. 8. To ensure all risks associated with care is identified and correctly actioned. 9. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological and emotional needs of the patients are recognised, assessed and met. 10. To ensure the company and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that patients are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. 11. To ensure an active responsible clinician system for all the patients. 12. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of Health Inspectorate Wales 13. To arrange regular reviews with patients, relatives. 14. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling and administration of drugs. 15. To ensure the protection and safety of patients at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the fire alarms systems are always fully functional. 16. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of Optimise Healthcare Group policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. 17. Promote a positive patient care orientated environment and you are familiar with the company complaints procedure 18. To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence based practice. 19. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the clinic. 20. To ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information relating to the service. 21. To establish and maintain good relationships with relatives and friends of the patient, purchases, referring agencies, the local community and any other parties with whom Optimise Healthcare has dealings. 22. To report within 24 hours of its occurrence any serious incident which affects the wellbeing of the patient to the Registration Authority and other relevant bodies. 23. To inform the Registration Authority of all deaths within 24 hours, and other relevant notifications that must be made to either CQC or funding bodies. 24. To welcome and be courteous to all visitors to the clinic at all times. 25. As required to attend meetings with Directors/Registered Manager to discuss the overall management of the clinic. 26. Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young persons / vulnerable adults in your care and those who you encounter. 27. Undertake level 3 safeguarding training in adults and children 28. Participate in clinical supervision and discuss any safeguarding concerns 29. Report any safeguarding concerns to your line manager and appropriate local authority. 30. Act as the patients advocate, especially where there is lack of mental capacity, following procedures for Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty 2007

Role and Responsibilities 1. To ensure that agreed quality assurances initiatives are implemented within the clinic. 2. Liaise with social care regulators and local authorities when required to ensure effective patient care 3. To become the person in charge responsible for the day-to-day running of the clinic 4. To provide improvement, independence and choice for patients, making sure they are treated with dignity at all times. 5. To comply with all regulatory requirements at all times and in particular the Regulations for the Registration and Inspection of outpatient clinics. 6. To ensure policy and procedures understood by yourself to ensure the highest standard of care. 7. To ensure that all patients have an up-date care plan, which is regularly evaluated and actively involves patients in the preparation. 8. To ensure all risks associated with care is identified and correctly actioned. 9. To regularly monitor the delivery of care given by staff ensuring that the physical, social, psychological and emotional needs of the patients are recognised, assessed and met. 10. To ensure the company and its processes are fully compliant with the Mental Capacity Act and that patients are empowered to make choices where able and where not best interest decisions are made on their behalf involving all those necessary. 11. To ensure an active responsible clinician system for all the patients. 12. To ensure the maintenance of the highest standards of care consistent with the requirements of Health Inspectorate Wales 13. To arrange regular reviews with patients, relatives. 14. To meet professional and legal responsibilities with regard to the storage, handling and administration of drugs. 15. To ensure the protection and safety of patients at all times, which requires conducting regular health and safety checks and checks that the fire alarms systems are always fully functional. 16. To personally have a full understanding and working knowledge of Optimise Healthcare Group policies and procedures and ensure that all these policies are applied at all times. 17. Promote a positive patient care orientated environment and you are familiar with the company complaints procedure 18. To remain professionally updated and ensure care in all areas is delivered in line with the latest research to promote evidence based practice. 19. To liaise effectively with Head Office Departments, building good working relationships, as required for the good operation of the clinic. 20. To ensure the security and confidentiality of records and information relating to the service. 21. To establish and maintain good relationships with relatives and friends of the patient, purchases, referring agencies, the local community and any other parties with whom Optimise Healthcare has dealings. 22. To report within 24 hours of its occurrence any serious incident which affects the wellbeing of the patient to the Registration Authority and other relevant bodies. 23. To inform the Registration Authority of all deaths within 24 hours, and other relevant notifications that must be made to either CQC or funding bodies. 24. To welcome and be courteous to all visitors to the clinic at all times. 25. As required to attend meetings with Directors/Registered Manager to discuss the overall management of the clinic. 26. Take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of young persons / vulnerable adults in your care and those who you encounter. 27. Undertake level 3 safeguarding training in adults and children 28. Participate in clinical supervision and discuss any safeguarding concerns 29. Report any safeguarding concerns to your line manager and appropriate local authority. 30. Act as the patients advocate, especially where there is lack of mental capacity, following procedures for Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Deprivation of Liberty 2007

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role or contact the recruiting manager for more information.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The successful candidate will bring with them an appetite to shape a positive school culture and the capacity to inspire and motivate both students and staff.

We are keen to hear from candidates who will:

• Be responsible for the progress of the pupils in their year group both in relation to academic outcomes but also their holistic development.
• Be responsible for the progress of their classes.
• Make a significant contribution to all aspects of the wider PD curriculum and enrichment provision provided by the department.

What the school offers its staff

At The Challenge Academy Trust, we are building a culture that champions better work and working lives across the Trust; a framework to support and develop our workforce from ‘hire to retire’. We are committed to providing a workload that is fair and reasonable, work environment where employee health and wellbeing are actively supported and promoted and structured personal and professional development.

Our staff offer also includes:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme / Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• An Occupational Sick Pay Scheme (entitlements based on service).
• Access to a comprehensive CPD framework though ‘Education Connect’, our professional development arm, and online resources from the National College’.

• Access to TCAT+ our Reward & Wellbeing platform, including access to retailer discounts, a car lease scheme, discounted healthcare cash plan, cycle to work scheme and online resources to support physical, emotional, professional, financial and social wellbeing.

The Challenge Academy Trust is committed to promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer, and our employment policies, procedures and practices are regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with legislation. We are committed to creating a workplace culture that is inclusive, positive, and fair with opportunity for all.

Commitment to safeguarding

Penketh High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Bank Registered Nurse at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the physical, psychological and social needs of our residents to help us deliver the quality care they deserve. We'll look to you to create a safe and supportive environment for residents with range of physical and mental needs, whilst also relying on your professional judgement to make critical clinical decisions. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from developing tailored care plans to providing medicine safely and delivering excellence across everything you do. As a Registered Nurse (RGN), you'll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way and be truly valued and respected for what you do. ABOUT YOUYou'll need to have current NMC registration and a good knowledge of the most up-to-date clinical practices to join us as a Registered Nurse (RGN). Experience of producing well-developed care plans and detailed risk assessments is important too, as is an understanding of regulatory frameworks, including DoLs/MCA and Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines. Dedicated and compassionate, you'll pride yourself on your person-centred, thoughtful approach to nursing. REWARDS PACKAGEAs well as competitive pay, you can look forward to a role that offers true flexibility and plenty of free learning and development opportunities. As one of the UK's leading healthcare providers, we take the growth of everyone who works for us seriously. As this is a Bank position to provide cover as and when we need it, such as for annual leave or sick leave, the hours and days you work will vary. If you'd like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding and empowering place to be.

Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN)- Care Home

Hours: 24 hours per week - DAYS (8am to 8pm)

Salary - £22.50 per hour

Location: Covering Warrington, Chester, Tarporely & Lymm

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Peripatetic Nurse (RGN/RMN), you’ll travel across your region to deliver the high clinical standards our client is known for. We’ll look to you to lead a multi-disciplinary team to make sure that on each shift, at every location, all of our residents get the highest quality care. You can expect a wide range of responsibilities, from making sure new residents are settling in, to helping advance your team members’ skills, and developing care plans that are tailored to our client's residents’ physical and mental needs. As a Peripatetic Nurse, you’ll have the freedom and autonomy to do things the right way – and be truly valued and respected for what you do.

ABOUT YOU

To join as a Peripatetic Nurse, you’ll need to be a Registered Nurse (RGN/RMN) with a current NMC registration and a teaching, mentoring or supervision qualification. A strong, up-to-date clinical knowledge is important, as is a good understanding of key regulatory frameworks, including the safe administration of medicines, Royal Pharmaceutical guidelines, and NMC standards. We’ll also look for a successful track record of producing care plans and detailed risk assessments. Dedicated and ambitious, you’ll be able to lead by example – your can-do approach and excellent communication skills will motivate the teams in each care home you work with.

REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your dedication, you’ll receive a competitive salary plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

• NMC registration paid every year
• Free training and development for all roles
• Access to wellbeing and support tools
• A range of retail discounts and savings
• ‘Nurse Mentor’ and ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus schemes
• Offer to pay Health & Care Worker Visa immigration fees (for eligible nurses)

And so much more!

If you’d like to use your clinical and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, this is an empowering and rewarding place to be.

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Job Reference CTNPO5291

Alcedo Care is a highly esteemed care provider known for its exceptional services within the North.

Recognized as one of the top 20 home care groups, our commitment to delivering outstanding care has earned us the trust and loyalty of our clients and their families.

As we embark on an exciting journey of expansion into mental health, there has never been a better time to join our team. We are dedicated to maintaining the same level of excellence and compassion in our new division.

Shift Pattern: 12.15 hour Shifts (Days & Nights)

7:45am - 8pm
7:45pm - 8am

Pay Rates: £14 - £14.50 per hour

Our Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate
• Enhanced pay for weekends & bank holidays
• A £252 bonus when you successfully refer a friend to us through our Care Friends programme
• Holiday Pay, Mileage allowance & Pension scheme
• DBS payment scheme
• Genuine career progression opportunities including nationally recognised industry qualifications
• Dedicated in-house training
• Recognition awards to celebrate our amazing teams

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing emotional and social support
• Enhancing self-esteem and respect
• Promoting positive life choices and independence
• Interdisciplinary collaboration with external professionals
• Involvement with families
• Daily living support
• Domestic duties

Job Requirements:

• At least 6 months UK experience in a similar care/support role.
• Driver with access to own vehicle.
• The Right to work in the UK.
• A good command of spoken and written English.
• Must be 18 years or older

As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who share our vision of making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people. If you are looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic and supportive environment, Alcedo Care welcomes you to be part of our exceptional team. Join us as we strive to make a difference and create brighter futures for those we serve.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others and are committed to providing exceptional care and support, we welcome your application to join our dedicated team at Alcedo Care.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role or contact the recruiting manager for more information.

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Research Nurse to join the Research Nursing staff in our developing Research and Innovation delivery team.



As part of the team carrying out clinical procedures, you will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies. You will undertake recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data with focus on increasing the number of patients participating in clinical studies at Mersey are NHS Foundation Trust (the Trust).



Deploying specialist knowledge and previous experience in clinical research, you will form a key part of the Research & Innovation team, contributing to the efficient set up and delivery of research within the Trust.



Shortlisting planned for: 4 November 2024



Interview planned for: 11 November 2024 (TBC)


· Working as part of a MDT to assist in the management of clinical trial patients, maintaining effective communication with patients, carers & professionals to ensure high quality service delivery.

· Managing & overseeing a portfolio of research studies across various disease sites.

· Training & assessing research staff as competent in line with the research competencies framework, acting as a resource & role model for all aspects of research clinical practice to optimise patient care & clinical practice.

· Use relevant clinical knowledge to identify patients suitable for clinical research using inclusion and exclusion criteria and utilising patient records, visiting clinics and wards & outpatients.

· Carry out physical assessments, take blood/urine samples & process according to specific research protocol.

· Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects & disease processes to support patients in making an informed choice. Providing ongoing information, education & support to patients regarding clinical studies & specific trial treatments & procedures.

· Provide day to day supervision for band 5 research nurses/ research officers within the research team, with responsible for teaching & delivering core training on competencies within research delivery.


Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role or contact the recruiting manager for moreinformation.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Research Nurse with experience in Children and Young people’s Services to join the Research Nursing staff in our developing Research and Innovation delivery team.



The purpose of this post is to increase the number of children and young people participating in clinical studies at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust (the Trust).



The post holder will support the development of research that is aimed at improving health outcomes for children and young people including mental health services.



The post will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for Children and Young People and carers participating in clinical studies.



As part of the team carrying out clinical procedures, you will contribute to the assessment and management of the care pathways for patients and carers participating in clinical studies. You will undertake recruitment, education and monitoring of trial patients and the collection and documentation of accurate data with focus on increasing the number of patients participating in clinical studies at Mersey are NHS Foundation Trust (the Trust).



Deploying specialist knowledge and previous experience in clinical research, you will form a key part of the Research & Innovation team, contributing to the efficient set up and delivery of research within the Trust.



Shortlisting planned for: 4 November 2024



Interview TBC


· Working as part of a MDT to assist in the management of clinical trial patients, maintaining effective communication with patients, carers & professionals to ensure high quality service delivery.

· Managing & overseeing a portfolio of research studies across various sites.

· Training & assessing research staff as competent in line with the research competencies framework, acting as a resource and role model for all aspects of research clinical practice to optimise patient care and clinical practice.

· Use relevant clinical knowledge to identify patients suitable for clinical research using inclusion and exclusion criteria and utilising patient records, visiting clinics and wards and outpatients.

· Carry out physical assessments, take blood/urine samples and process according to specific research protocol.

· Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of treatment options, treatment side effects & disease processes to support patients in making an informed choice. Providing ongoing information, education & support to patients regarding clinical studies & specific trial treatments & procedures.

· Provide day to day supervision for band 5 research nurses/ research officers within the research team.

· Implementing quality systems to ensure that the delivery of studies meet requirements with regards to relevant frameworks & participate in Good Clinical Practice training, keeping up to date with any changes in legislation or practice.


Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role or contact the recruiting manager for moreinformation.


This advert closes on Sunday 3 Nov 2024

Please see attached job description and person specification for further details of this role or contact the recruiting manager for more information.

Warrington CYPMHS are looking to appoint a Band 5 core or none core registered practitioner to their well established high performing team. The team is multi-disciplinary and made up therapists, nurses, social workers, psychiatry and support staff. We are looking for a highly motived, enthusiastic individual who has a passion for working with young people in the community. Core tasks include mental health assessments and care co-ordination.

As a Mental Health Practitioner, the post holder will provide high standards of evidence-based client centred care to children and young people with mental health [CYPMH] problems within the THRIVE Framework for service delivery.

The post holder will be expected to provide interventions to children and young people and their families/carers referred into the service.

As the post is identified within the CYPMH strategy, it is expected the role will continue to develop in line with national and local initiatives. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which respects and values service users’ and their carers.

The post holder will embrace the core values of the organisation and adopt the principles of Recovery and THRIVE. These principles will recognise the need to:

Promote safe practices

Value the aims of service users

Work in partnership and offer meaningful choice

Be optimistic about the possibilities of meaningful change

Value social inclusion

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

CLINICAL

To hold a caseload of assessments, treatment upon a conceptual framework and employing research based evidence.

To provide direct therapeutic interventions in line with the grading of the post, including assessments, formulation and therapeutic input into children, young people and families referred into the service.

Undertake risk assessments and care plans accordingly, in line with the THRIVE framework

To work in ways that are sensitive to the needs of children and young people and families from a wide range of racial, cultural and religious backgrounds.

To participate directly in the teams duty rota’s in line with the grading of the post.

To exercise responsibility within supervisory, managerial and accountability structures, for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients

To produce a clinical formulation and intervention plan founded on evidence based practice in cooperation with the child young person and carers

To hold responsibility for standards of clinical practice within area of work.

To work jointly and collaboratively with other team members in order to enhance and develop the provision of services to young people and their families. To have an effective knowledge base of other modalities so as to engage and work effectively with colleagues in other disciplines.

Undertake risk management for all children including the protective and risk factors present in the network of significant relationships.

Identify and respond appropriately to child protection issues, as described with the guidelines of Local Safeguarding Children’s Board and the Trust safeguarding policies

Maintain clear and comprehensive electronic clinical records, to ensure information is accurate and complies with Data Protection Act and professional body and Trust standards.

To engage with using routine outcome measures as clinically appropriate including their use in clinical practice and inputting data into clinical records.

To work collaboratively with children, young people and their families and contribute to the trust’s service user participation agenda.

Please refer to attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities and duties.


This advert closes on Thursday 7 Nov 2024