Triage Team Lead - Mental Health NP

Sussex Partnership Nhs Foundation Trust; Chichester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Chichester seeks a Triage Team Leader to oversee referrals and lead the Triage Team. The successful candidate will have substantial community mental health experience, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the capacity to manage staff effectively. This role involves ensuring patient flow and working within multidisciplinary teams to provide top-notch mental health services. Flexible working options and numerous benefits are available.

Benefits

Access to wellbeing and support programmes

Flexible working patterns

NHS Pension contributions

Generous holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse qualification is necessary for the role.
• Experience in community mental health settings is a must.
• Leadership experience and the ability to manage staff are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe delivery of referrals into the Assessment and Treatment Service (ATS).
• Provide line management and supervision to junior colleagues.
• Lead the Triage Team ensuring timely management based on clinical need.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Risk management

Education

Registered Nurse with current registration

Degree/diploma supplemented by specialist qualification

Post-registration training in relevant service area

Job description

A leading mental health service provider in Chichester seeks a Triage Team Leader to oversee referrals and lead the Triage Team. The successful candidate will have substantial community mental health experience, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the capacity to manage staff effectively. This role involves ensuring patient flow and working within multidisciplinary teams to provide top-notch mental health services. Flexible working options and numerous benefits are available.