Lead CPN & Care Co-ordinator – Later Life

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse/Care Co-ordinator for the Community Mental Health Team for Later Life in Manchester. The successful candidate will be tasked with assessing and supporting older individuals living with dementia or other mental health conditions. This position includes attractive benefits such as 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Candidates should have experience working in community settings with older adults and possess necessary qualifications.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Blue Light Card Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience of working with older adults with mental health needs.
• Experience of working in a Community setting.
• Experience of working with service users with organic and functional illnesses.
• Experience of supervising junior staff/students.

Responsibilities

• Complete Memory Assessments (training will be given).
• Complete initial assessments.
• Participate in Duty Rota.
• Nursing Needs Assessments.

Skills

Understanding of the role of Community Mental Health Teams

Up-to-date knowledge of mental health legislation

Education

Registered to practice/evidence of revalidation

Job description

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Community Psychiatric Nurse/Care Co-ordinator for the Community Mental Health Team for Later Life in Manchester. The successful candidate will be tasked with assessing and supporting older individuals living with dementia or other mental health conditions. This position includes attractive benefits such as 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Candidates should have experience working in community settings with older adults and possess necessary qualifications.