There is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate individual interested in working with families and children

To work within a multidisciplinary team offering full comprehensive assessments and interventions in a range of settings, and evaluate the mental health care to children, young people and their families who are on the waiting list for other services or who need some extra support in line with local and national guidelines.

The hours of the RAIS/CASHER team can vary to include mornings, afternoons, evenings and the hours will include overnights as well. They may also include weekends

To provide regular and on-going consultation, joint work, training and advice to other agency staff in relation to child and adolescent / younger persons mental health services to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people.

Main duties of the job

Assess young people and families with mental health difficulties

Provide Interventions for young people with mental health difficulties whilst they are on the waiting list for another service

Provide intensive support as frequent as is needed

Work flexible hours to fit the need of the service

CASHER shifts will be available and overnight shifts will be expected to be carried out

Work alongside the local CAMHS services and Youtherapy to support young people with complex needs

Work alongside schools and families to get the best outcome for young people

To support and help junior members of staff to develop their skill

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

In line with current legislation, all individuals employed in patient facing roles,or those located on a ward or department where patients receive a service must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than1 April 2022. Please note you will be asked to provide evidence of your vaccination status in the form of a Covid Passport.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess young people and families with mental health difficulties

Provide Interventions for young people with mental health difficulties whilst they are on the waiting list for another service

Provide intensive support as frequent as is needed

Work flexible hours to fit the need of the service

CASHER shifts will be available and overnight shifts will be expected to be carried out

Work alongside the local CAMHS services and Youtherapy to support young people with complex needs

Work alongside schools and families to get the best outcome for young people

To support and help junior members of staff to develop their skill

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional qualification in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, OT or other equivalent qualification. At least 12 months experience in a clinical setting

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in child & adolescent mental health or qualification in therapeutic approaches with children, young people, parents or carers.
• Qualification in teaching, assessing and mentoring of students.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of experience working in a community setting as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Evidence of carrying out comprehensive assessments and care plans.
• Evidence of collaborative working with other services.
• Evidence of experience and/or training in supervising staff.

Desirable

• Relevant post qualifying experience of working within children and families.
• Significant post- registered qualification experience with children, adolescents and families in the area of mental health ( 0-25ys ).

Personal

Essential

• Evidence of ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal.
• Evidence of ability to work as an effective member of a team.
• Evidence of ability to work under pressure.
• Evidence of ability to exercise a high level of Judgment and decision-making.
• Evidence of ability to prioritise work appropriately.
• Evidence of awareness to extend knowledge and personal development.
• Evidence of ability to collaborate effectively within and across services.
• Evidence of ability to adapt to changing environment.
• Evidence of being able to work flexible hours
• Evidence of car owner/driver or access to a suitable alternative transport to enable to undertake the role.

Management

Essential

• Evidence of ability to manage own time effectively.
• Evidence of ability to use and provide clinical supervision effectively.
• Evidence of ability to use basic IT and information systems.
• Evidence of ability to keep clear and accurate records.

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