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Early Intervention Practitioner

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must be compassionate, experienced in psychosis, work with ages 14-65, provide oversight, ensure evidence-based practice, assess risks, and develop care plans.
  • You will assess individuals and families, develop care plans, manage risks collaboratively, ensure evidence-based practice, supervise junior staff, and adhere to the Code of Conduct.

Requirements

  • The individual must be enthusiastic, committed, compassionate and experienced with a good knowledge of the issues and guidance around working with psychosis.
  • In addition, have some experience of working with young people and adults aged 14 to 65 years with a range of complex mental health issues.
  • This role would be to cover additional demands within the service.
  • This will be ideal for staff who are looking for flexible working whilst developing their Professionals skills.
  • To act within the relevant Code of Conduct dependent on your Registration Body.
  • To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate (mentorship and preceptorship qualifications).
  • To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.
  • To assess, manage and regular review on going risks as identified during the assessment, ensuring that this is done in collaboration with the service user and carers.
  • To offer specialist assessment and advice where required.
  • To work alongside the service user to develop their care plan along the recovery principles.
  • To undertake assessments of individuals and their families in the designated care group with complex health presentations, including those service users presenting with higher levels of risk.

Responsibilities

  • To undertake assessments of individuals and their families in the designated care group with complex health presentations, including those service users presenting with higher levels of risk.
  • They will work alongside the service user to develop their care plan along the recovery principles.
  • To offer specialist assessment and advice where required.
  • To assess, manage and regular review on going risks as identified during the assessment, ensuring that this is done in collaboration with the service user and carers.
  • To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.
  • To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate (mentorship and preceptorship qualifications).
  • To act within the relevant Code of Conduct dependent on your Registration Body.

FAQs

What is the job title of the position being advertised?

The job title is Early Intervention Practitioner.

What are the working hours for this position?

The position is part-time for 22.5 hours a week.

Is this role for a specific location?

Yes, the role is based at the Hammersmith and Fulham Early Intervention in Psychosis Team.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The candidate must be a Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist.

What experience is ideal for applicants?

Ideal applicants should have experience working with young people and adults aged 14 to 65 years with a range of complex mental health issues.

What type of approach should the Early Intervention Practitioner take with service users?

The practitioner should work in partnership with service users, focusing on their hope and aspirations while informing their care and recovery plans.

What are some of the key duties of the Early Intervention Practitioner?

Key duties include undertaking assessments, developing care plans, managing ongoing risks, ensuring evidence-based practice, and providing supervision to junior staff.

What is the primary focus of care for this role?

The primary focus is to support individuals with an At Risk mental state (ARMS) and those experiencing a First Episode of Psychosis (FEP).

Does the Trust have a specific diversity policy?

Yes, West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, employing over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are from Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) backgrounds.

What is the Trust's rating from the Care Quality Commission?

The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission, with forensic services rated as ‘Outstanding’.

Who should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this job?

For further details, you can contact Miss Belinda Manyumbu, Team Lead MHST, via email at belinda.manyumbu@nhs.net or by telephone at 07484543494.

West London NHS Trust is one the most diverse providers of NHS mental and physical health care in the UK.

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Mission & Purpose

West London NHS Trust provides mental health, community, and social care services across West London. The trust's mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that supports mental well-being and physical health. Their purpose is to improve the lives of individuals and communities by offering comprehensive healthcare services, focusing on recovery and promoting mental health awareness. They aim to provide personalised care that respects the dignity and needs of each patient.