Care Coordinator

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Swinton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization seeks a care coordinator to join the Early Intervention for Psychosis team. You will support individuals with their initial psychosis experience, work in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment, and contribute to their care and recovery. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in mental health care and excellent interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Understanding of mental health issues and treatment pathways.
• Experience in managing a caseload of service users.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of individuals experiencing their first episode of psychosis.
• Contribute to assessment and duty rotas.
• Provide support as clients navigate their treatment journey.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Assessment

Education

Relevant health or social care qualification

Job description

We are looking for a care coordinator to join our friendly and welcoming Early Intervention for Psychosis team in Salford. You will be joining a large multi-disciplinary team with a wide range of knowledge and experience who will support you in your new role.

As a care coordinator, you will work under the CPA framework as this transforms into the Community Mental Health Framework. You will manage a caseload of people who have been assessed as experiencing their first episode of psychosis and support them as they navigate this journey.

You will contribute to the assessment and duty rotas, and you will receive regular supervision and peer support.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff, delivering services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the northwest of England, and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original, and exciting places to live and work. From the beautiful countryside to the vibrant city center with shopping, entertainment, and dining options.

Experience the warmth, humor, and generosity of the North, and enjoy opportunities to learn, develop skills, and generate ideas to improve care.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• **Name:** Sherri Matthews
• **Job Title:** Team Manager
• **Email:** [e-mail]
• **Telephone:** 07955000384

For an informal chat about the role or team, please call Sherri Matthews, Team Manager.