Early Intervention team Care Coordinator Oldham Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust

JCasp Technologies - Website Apps & AI/ML Development Company; Oldham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider is seeking an Early Intervention in Psychosis professional to work with clients experiencing their first episode of psychosis. The role involves comprehensive assessments, planning care packages, and liaising with families and other services. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young people aged 14-35 at risk of developing psychosis.

Qualifications

• Experience working with clients with psychosis.
• Knowledge of assessment tools like SCI-PANNS and CAARMS.
• Ability to work in various community settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and formulate care plans.
• Monitor and review care packages for service users.
• Collaborate with statutory and non-statutory services.

Skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant degree in psychology or mental health

Job description

Job Description: Early Intervention in Psychosis

Work with clients who have suspected psychosis or are presenting with a psychotic illness. Undertake formulation and assessments, including risk assessments and specialist assessments such as SCI-PANNS and CAARMS. Plan, monitor, and review care packages.

The posts are within teams across the Pennine Care footprint, east of Manchester. There are five Early Intervention Teams, all achieving ‘top performing’ status at the National Clinical Audit of Psychosis (NCAP). The organization has secured additional investment to expand the psychological therapies service to people aged 14-35, including those with an at-risk mental state (ARMS).

To participate in providing high-quality care, involving assessing, supporting, and monitoring service users experiencing their first episode of psychosis or those suspected of developing psychosis. Work will be conducted in various community settings, liaising and co-working with other statutory and non-statutory services. The role includes working with carers and families of service users, including visits to homes, clinics, hostels, supported living, prisons, residential, and nursing homes.

The Early Intervention Team works with individuals aged 14-65 experiencing their first episode of psychosis or at risk of developing psychosis.

Please see the attached job description and person specification to support your application. Refer to the essential criteria in the person specification to understand the skills, knowledge, and experience required. This will help you prepare a strong application.

This advert closes on Friday, 30 May 2025.