Job Title: Band 6 - Community Mental Health Nurse
Location: School - Telford
Salary: 27 per hour - equivalent umbrella rate
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Role Overview:
The Band 6 CPN will join Assessment Team, providing high-quality mental health care to children and young people. This role includes conducting assessments, screening referrals, and working within a multidisciplinary team to ensure the most appropriate treatment for each young person. You will also take on shift coordination responsibilities one day per week.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Shift Coordination:
Screen referrals to establish urgency (urgent, crisis, or routine).
Take calls from professionals, parents, and guardians about mental health concerns and risks.
Coordinate and manage the shift effectively, ensuring all referrals are processed in line with the service's operational framework.
Assessment and Care Delivery:
Conduct face-to-face urgent and routine assessments for children and young people at
Attend MDT meetings to discuss assessment outcomes and decide on the most appropriate interventions or treatments for each case.
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration:
Work alongside the MDT to provide holistic care to the young people, drawing on a wide range of professional expertise.
Ensure care is provided in line with the Thrive Model, from initial assessments to discharge planning.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain accurate, detailed, and timely documentation as required by the service's operational framework.
Mentorship and Supervision:
Provide support, supervision, and mentorship to junior colleagues and students.
Facilitate the professional development of less experienced staff by sharing knowledge and providing clinical guidance.
Key Skills and Experience:
Mental Health Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of mental health challenges affecting children and young people.
Experience in risk assessment and management.
Teamwork and Communication:
Strong collaboration skills within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to communicate effectively with professionals, families, and young people to ensure optimal care.
Assessment and Documentation Skills:
Experience conducting mental health assessments and producing detailed documentation.
Ability to meet deadlines for documentation as per the service framework.
Supervision and Mentorship:
Experience supporting junior staff and students in a clinical setting.
Essential Qualifications:
Registered RMN
Experience: Previous experience in mental health settings, particularly with children and young people.
Application Process:
Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter, detailing their relevant experience and interest in the role. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and early applications are encouraged.
Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.
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