Local Primary Mental Health Practitioner

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Tremadog; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales is seeking an experienced practitioner for Primary Mental Health Services in the West area. You will work with a multi-disciplinary team, liaising with GPs and secondary care to provide short-term interventions for mild to moderate mental health needs and develop risk management and care plans.

Excellent communication and time management are essential, with Welsh language skills desirable.

Qualifications

• NMC/HCPC registration and knowledge of the Mental Health Act.
• CPD and consent, data protection, patient confidentiality and risk management knowledge.
• Knowledge of information technology and clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial mental health assessments in line with BCUHB procedures for LPMHSS.
• Provide time-limited interventions in primary care for mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Act as first point of contact for GPs, offering advice and signposting to appropriate agencies.
• Manage therapeutic care/interventions within the clinical environment and ensure quality of care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Risk assessment

Counselling skills

Autonomy

Education

Diploma or degree in nursing/clinical subject

Job description

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Primary Mental Health Services for an experienced, motivated and forward thinking practitioner to join a busy supportive team based in the West area.

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Primary Mental Health Services for an experienced, motivated and forward thinking practitioner to join a busy supportive team based in the West area.
Applicants with a professional registration in occupational therapy, social work and nursing are welcome to apply.
Position has arisen with the South Community Mental Health teams at an exciting time where services are under review and development in order to meet the changing needs of both patients and carers.
The successful candidate whilst working closely with a multi–disciplinary team, will receive referrals directly from GP’s and provide short term interventions for individuals with mild to moderate illness and will work closely with colleagues from secondary care and specialist services as well as third sector organizations and statutory agencies.
The successful candidates will manage a caseload of patients with whom they will work alongside to formulate risk management plans and care planning based on robust assessment of need.
We are looking for a good team player who has excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize and manage their time effectively.

Main duties of the job

• Provide initial mental health assessments in line with the agreed BCUHB assessment procedures for the LPMHSS.
• Provide time-limited interventions in the primary care settings for patients with mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Act as the first point of contact for GP’s, to offer advice and support and signposting on to appropriate agencies.
• Manage their own therapeutic care/interventions within the clinical environment and be accountable for the quality of care they deliver within the clinical area that he or she is responsible for.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The post holder will: -

• Provide initial mental health assessments in line with the agreed BCUHB assessment procedures for the LPMHSS.
• Provide time-limited interventions in the primary care settings for patients with mild to moderate mental health problems.
• Act as the first point of contact for GP’s, to offer advice and support and signposting on to appropriate agencies.
• Manage their own therapeutic care/interventions within the clinical environment and be accountable for the quality of care they deliver within the clinical area that he or she is responsible for.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Person specification

Qualifications And Knowledge

Essential criteria

• NMC registered Nurse (Part 3 or Part 13), social care Wales or HCPC. Up to date working knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983) Up to date working knowledge of the Mental Health Wales Measure 2010. Knowledge of and application of Clinical Governance Evidence of continuing professional development Up to date knowledge and application of consent, data protection, patient confidentiality and risk management with health and safety issues Knowledge of national strategies related to sphere of nursing Knowledge of Information, technology and application

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of further relevant professional development Diploma or degree in relevant clinical/professional subject

Experience

Essential criteria

• Post registration experience at Band 5 or above Post registration experience required at postgraduate level

Desirable criteria

• Experience within relevant and varied clinical areas

Attitude And Abilities

Essential criteria

• Excellent communication skills Enhanced assessment skills e.g. ACEIII, GDS, Risk assessing Counselling skills Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team Able to work autonomously Participate in Clinical

Desirable criteria

• Ability to speak Welsh Research skills Audit skills Evidence of people management and leadership skills Demonstrate the ability to care and

Values

Essential Criteria

• Be a team player Be industrious, motivated and with flexible approach

Other

Essential criteria

• Ability to travel in a timely manner.

Desirable criteria

• Act as a positive role model by influencing others and sharing skills and knowledge Ability to speak Welsh