Mental Health Clinical Support Worker

NELFT NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Staplehurst; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health trust in Staplehurst is looking for a dedicated professional to support young individuals managing their mental health. The role involves conducting risk assessments, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and engaging with patients and families. Candidates should have an interest in mental health and be ready to work flexible shifts. The Trust promotes equality and offers various employee benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Employee assistance program

Wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• Interest and/or experience in supporting young people with mental health needs.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in emotionally challenging situations.
• Willingness to work a 24/7 shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessment and risk management for adolescents.
• Deliver treatment plans for safe discharge.
• Engage with young people and families as part of therapy.

Skills

Supporting young people with mental health needs

Working well under pressure

Job description

Overview

The role involves supporting young people who have been admitted and engaging in treatment around managing their mental health and risk. The average length of stay is around 6-8 weeks, during which the young person and their family are offered treatment to support safe discharge back to the community. Young people admitted to the unit may engage in behaviours associated with mental distress such as self-harm, agitation, suicidal thoughts and intrusive thoughts. The team operates 24/7 with shifts including Earlies, Lates, Long days and nights. The focus is on risk assessment, management and treatment in a general adolescent hospital setting, interfacing with other agencies and contributing to the therapeutic timetable. This is a collaborative role within a hospital with staff across nurses, support staff, education, family therapists, music therapists, OTs, psychologists, psychotherapists, medics, social workers, admin and management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessment and risk management for adolescents in a hospital setting.
• Contribute to and deliver treatment plans to support safe discharge back to the community.
• Engage with young people and families, and interface with other agencies as part of the therapeutic timetable.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care.

Qualifications / Experience

• Interest and/or experience in supporting young people with mental health needs.
• Ability to work well under pressure and in emotionally challenging situations; confident in making decisions in the best interests of children, young people and their families.
• Willingness to work a 24/7 shift pattern (Earlies, Lates, Long days, Nights).

Probation and Induction

The post is subject to a probationary period. An induction will be provided, including mandatory training, systems training and equipment allocation. New starters join on the first Monday of each month for a comprehensive induction up to two weeks at the Trust head office in Rainham, Essex.

Additional Information

Please note we cannot sponsor this role. See the attached job description and person specification for more information. Applications are encouraged even if you do not meet all criteria. Some posts may close early to limit applications.

Benefits & Equality

NELFT emphasizes equality, diversity and staff wellbeing. Benefits include flexible working opportunities, work-life balance support, employee assistance program and wellbeing resources. The Trust supports Armed Forces personnel and has been recognized for family-friendly employment and other accreditation initiatives. NELFT sites cover North East London, Essex, Kent and Medway, providing community and mental healthcare to adults and children.