You will be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for young people with serious mental health issues and / or complex emotional / behavioural difficulties in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team. You will supervise the work of junior staff, ensuring the highest possible standard of care in accordance with policies, procedures and legislation. You will participate in clinical supervision and have an active role in the development of the multi-disciplinary team, including participation in the education programmes of students and others.

Main duties of the job

To assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and therapeutic interventions for young people that will assist in recovery and rehabilitation and develop daily living skills.

o To receive and provide clinical supervision.

o To supervise, monitor and support unqualified staff within the unit and ensure their compliance with policy.

o To actively participate in multi-disciplinary meetings and contribute to clinical decisions regarding young people within the unit.

o To promote and facilitate involvement of young people in their care.

o To manage caseloads effectively, making the best use of time and resources and ensure that any unresolved issues for young people and their families/carers are identified and referred to the appropriate personnel.

o To act as a positive role model for young people in the unit and support them to achieve their full potential.

o To develop and ensure evidence and research based practice in own work with young people and their families.

o To maintain clinical skills in accordance with best practice guidance.

o To contribute to the development and maintenance of a therapeutic environment for young people.

o To contribute to staff development by undertaking the role of mentor or associate mentor to student nurses as directed by the ward manager.

About us

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To ensure an accurate bed occupancy state is available by maintenance of information held on the NCRS system computer for each patient on the ward, to include admission referrer, Area PCT, transfer, suspended leaves and discharge.

To contribute to the monitoring, maintenance and development of standards in order to continually develop service quality.

To carry out duties assigned by the unit management team. Education and Development

To participate in programmes of personal development based on agreed objectives. To participate in the teaching and assessment of students allocated to the unit and in conjunction with other disciplines ensure their development needs are met.

To be involved in preceptorship and mentorship of colleagues.

Maintain a professional portfolio of personal development and assume an active role in self-development and CPD.

This job description is not exhaustive, but is intended to give an overall picture of the role. Other duties within the general scope of the post may be required from time to time. The duties of the post and job description can be reviewed through the agreed process.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• RMN
• Evidence of professional registration
• Evidence of CPD

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within mental health service
• Experience of working with Young People

Desirable

• Experience of working within CAMHS
• Experience of working within CAMHS or Adult in patient services

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of mental health issues in young people
• knowledge of legislation and National policies in relation to mental health issues in young people
• Child protection knowledge and implemented in practice
• Knowledge of CPA processes.

Desirable

• Good working Knowledge of Mental Health Act

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to assess, plan and implement care programmes for young people with complex emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
• Ability to observe, listen and communicate effectively, verbally and non-verbally with young people and their families.
• Insight into clients perceptions and ability to empathise.
• Ability to use humour constructively.
• Ability to empower others
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to plan work of self and others.
• Ability to recognise own limits and seek appropriate support.
• Ability to recognise own attitudes towards offending / challenging behaviours.
• Ability to recognise challenges of working within an inpatient environment.
• Flexible and innovative

Desirable

• Possess basic IT skills

Work Related Circumstances

Essential

• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Employer details

Employer name

Pennine Care NHS FT

Address

Birch Hill Hospital

Birch Road

rochdale

OL12 9RD

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