Local Primary Mental Health Practitioner

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Tremadog; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) in North Wales invites applications for an experienced practitioner to join a busy Primary Mental Health Services team in the West area.

The role welcomes professionals registered in occupational therapy, social work or nursing, and emphasizes working within a multi-disciplinary team to provide time-limited interventions for patients with mild to moderate mental health issues, with direct GP referrals and signposting to relevant services.

Qualifications

• Professional registration in occupational therapy, social work or nursing is welcome.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and manage risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term mental health interventions in primary care settings.
• Act as first point of contact for GPs and signposting to appropriate services.
• Develop risk management plans and care plans with patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Welsh language (desirable)

Job description

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., 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.

We are looking for a good team player who has excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize and manage their time effectively., The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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.