Assistant Practitioner (AHP) inNorth Shields inNorth Shields PUBLISHED
WED 16 OCT 2024
Candidates will also need strong communication skills for effective interaction with patients and families, along with proficient diary management for travel between in-patient and community settings. A commitment to reducing inequality and enhancing diversity is essential, as outlined in the NHS Core20PLUS5 framework. The Trust is dedicated to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment that fosters career development for a diverse and compassionate workforce.
Applications are sought from Nursing, Allied Health Professional, Psychology and Social Work Candidates holding a suitable foundation degree level 4 or level 5, for an exciting opportunity to work within the In-patient to Community Transition Team. The appointed candidate will be offered a substantive position, working 37.5 hrs per week.
The post-holder will have experience working with individuals who have a mental disorder, personality disorder, have had contact with the criminal justice system and knowledge of the collaborative process of recovery.
This role will require travel between in-patient and community bases so excellent diary management, and good delegation skills are required.
Duties will include supporting qualified staff to complete a range of specialised assessments including in-patient referrals to Westbridge and the Community Teams, Mental Capacity Assessments, Care Act reviews and Financial Assessments.
Supporting the multi-disciplinary team, providing trauma informed care, assisting in a range of assessment-based interventions. Attending and contributing to CPA reviews, Professional's Meetings, and Discharge Planning Meetings.
Direct patient care identifying and accessing supportive networks, occupation, leisure activities, community healthcare providers, substance misuse education and support providers. Delivering treatment and therapies to support individuals' transition and living meaningful lives in the community, for example, substance misuse work, well person and trauma informed care. Submitting applications for benefits, supported accommodation, residential and nursing care placements
Effective and timely communication with individuals and families as part of the discharge process. Communicate and complete records for individuals.
There will be a commitment to reducing inequality and discrimination, and following training the postholder will recognise the many aspects of diversity including "protected characteristics" as defined under the Equality Act (2and the NHS Core20PLUS5.
About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 16th October 2024
Closing date : 30th October 2024
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