Care Co-ordinator- Registered Mental Health Nurse

TN United Kingdom; Sale; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a dedicated individual to coordinate care for service users with complex needs. This role focuses on assessing mental health, managing cases, and ensuring culturally sensitive support. Employees enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development. With competitive pay enhancements and a commitment to diversity, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a vibrant community setting.

Benefits

30% extra pay for evenings and Saturdays

60% extra pay for Sundays and bank holidays

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the needs of service users and carers.
• Experience in care planning and managing cases.

Responsibilities

• Care coordination of a caseload, assessing mental health and risks.
• Managing cases according to the CPA policy.

Skills

Mental Health Knowledge

Care Planning

Line Management Experience

MDT Collaboration

Education

Degree or similar RMN qualification

Job description

Job overview

The North Community Mental Health Team in Trafford is an integrated health and social care service that strives to provide quality recovery-based support to people with complex and/or enduring mental health problems. Under the line management and clinical supervision from within the team, the post holder will maintain and coordinate timely and appropriate interventions for a caseload of service users living in the community within the framework of CPA, in line with relevant clinical pathways as outlined within the CMHT operational procedure.

Informal Contact Name: Deborah Ryder, Team Manager.

The Trust promotes a culture of equality, diversity, and participation within its workforce, offering a healthy and flexible working environment to support staff in achieving a successful work-life balance. Posts are subject to a DBS check. The Trust operates a non-smoking policy.

Main duties of the job

The post involves care coordination of a caseload, assessing service users' mental health and risks, and managing cases according to the CPA policy. It requires respecting the individuality, values, culture, and religious diversity of clients and colleagues, contributing to a service sensitive to these needs.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 staff across more than 160 locations, providing inpatient and community mental health services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Living and working in Greater Manchester offers a vibrant mix of urban and countryside experiences, renowned for its warmth, humor, and generosity. Our staff enjoy opportunities for learning, development, and innovation to improve patient care.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached detailed job description and person specification. Benefits include:

• Pay enhancements: 30% extra for evenings (after 8 pm) and Saturdays, 60% extra for Sundays and bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service length.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.

Person specification

• Knowledge of the needs of service users and carers.
• Degree or similar RMN qualification.
• Experience in care planning.
• Older Adult experience, inpatient or community.
• Experience in line management and clinical supervision.
• Ability to work within an MDT, both as part of a team and autonomously.

Applicants are encouraged to apply if they have direct experience of mental health, learning disability, or drug and alcohol services, either as a service user or a carer. The Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, requiring all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we serve and are dedicated to removing barriers to employment for under-represented groups such as BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ communities. For informal discussions or support regarding the recruitment process, please contact us. Sponsorship is available for eligible roles meeting the salary criteria, with most health and care jobs requiring a minimum salary of £23,300, or £38,700 depending on circumstances.

Experience outside the NHS

We value diverse skills and experiences to deliver inclusive healthcare. Relevant experience outside the NHS will be considered for salary calculation purposes upon appointment.