Mental Health Practitioner (ARRS)
The team have close links with primary and secondary care and third sector agencies. As part of the CMHS pathway the team contribute to the bio-psycho-social assessment process for new referrals to determine eligibility for secondary mental health care services, providing consultation and advice to referrers and other agencies regarding alternative appropriate services when the patient does not need the support of the CMHS pathway.
The team provide short-term evidence-based recovery focused interventions on an individual and/or group basis for people experiencing mental health disorders whos needs cannot be met within universal services and who do not require a full multi-disciplinary approach to their management.
The teamwork with a defined group of patients under standard care, this will include the assessment of need, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, the assessment and management of risk, consideration, and management of safeguarding issues.
The post holder will be responsible for any onward referrals that are required and work closely with all other clinical professionals e.g., Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, Social Worker and third sector agencies etc. The team will support the Primary Care and CMHS Team Leaders to establish robust working practices within Primary Care settings, third sector agencies and other Livewell Services.
Clinical The post holder will, in conjunction with other staff from MAIS, provide initial assessments and support calls within the GP surgeries to determine eligibility for secondary mental health care services and or intervention. They will also provide consultation and advice to referrers and other agencies regarding alternative appropriate services when the patient does not need the support of the CMHS pathway.
The post holder will provide evidence-based recovery focussed interventions for patients on an individual or group basis in conjunction with our partner agencies. Deliver psychoeducational packages and training related to the management of common mental health disorders to support third sector agencies to assist them to support people with common mental health problems The post holder will advise, in conjunction with Drs and the Nonmedical prescriber, on matters relating to medication within the CMHS.
The post holder will provide consultation to primary care and third sector agencies to ensure that those people who require mental health support are identified and are referred onto the appropriate services in a timely manner. The post holder will work closely within Plymouth Primary Care Networks (PCNs), GP surgeries to provide assessment, support and guidance for those people who present frequently or present with complex problems but who do not meet the criteria for secondary mental health care.
The post holder will be involved in the triaging of mental health work in GP surgeries and educating primary care staff on the role of MAIS. Service Development The post holder will work with MAIS to develop interventions which support the CMHS to become NICE guideline compliant.The post holder will be required to attend any relevant working groups as directed by the manager in relation to the educational aspect of their role. The post holder will work under the direction of the manager/ practice lead to agree how the education packages will be delivered.
The post holder will support the development and delivery of training for patients, carers, and partner agencies in agreement with the manager. The post-holder will take part in the clinical audit of the team. This will include annual Records audits. Staff Management: The post holder will be responsible for supervising junior staff within the CMHS, including line management of junior staff.
The post holder will support the induction of new staff across the CMHS service The post holder will act as a mentor for students and new staff within the team. Liaison and Administration: The post holder should maintain close links with all other Livewell Services as required.
The post holder will develop and maintain links with primary care and third sector agencies The post holder will keep up to date electronic/paper records of all patient and staff activity, ensuring these are kept in a safe place, in accordance with their own professional body guidelines, and Livewell Southwest policies including record keeping, confidentiality, Data Protection Act and the Mental Health Act and professional conduct The post holder will be aware of their professional and Livewell Southwest guidelines on Mental Health Act and Data Protection Act.
Professional Development and Education: The post holder will be required to keep up to date this will include Mandatory training and developments in mental health care. The post holder will participate in the provision of relevant community placements and training programmes for Mental Health professionals.The post holder will be required to ensure that they receive appropriate regular line management and clinical supervision in line with current policies of Livewell Southwest. The post holder will participate in an annual appraisal; this Job Description will be reviewed at this time.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB This role will involve regular time spent using computerised systems this will include the working of GP systems. It will involve travel across the city throughout the day. The post may involve carrying equipment from one area to another to support the delivery of training.
Lone working will be involved in a variety of settings including patients homes, and community settings. The job will include exposure to sensitive personal information.