Pcn Cypmh Practitioner

Overview

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust is looking for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join NELFT North East London Foundation Trust's Thurrock PCN for 12 months fixed term. As part of the NHS long-term plan, local areas are aligning community mental health services with primary care networks, creating new integrated models of care.

PCN's Objectives

• Co-ordinate at the heart of GP practices as an integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Provide consultation, advice, triage, and liaison in accordance with agreed protocols.
• Support children and young people with mild to moderate mental health issues through evidence-based interventions.

The Mental Health Senior Practitioner will be responsible for assessment and caseload management within the GP PCN, triaging cases, conducting full assessments, and managing the caseload of children and young people (CYP) with mental health needs.

Main Responsibilities

This role supports the development and delivery of the PCN service in Essex. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering evidence-based low-intensity interventions in GP services.
• Collaborating with GPs to support CYP and their families in self-managing mental health difficulties.
• Managing a clinical caseload and ensuring service targets are met.

About NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

NELFT places great importance on welcoming new starters. Comprehensive induction includes mandatory training, systems training, and opportunities to meet senior management. The induction is held at NELFT North East London Foundation Trust's head office in Rainham, Essex.

Probationary Period

This position is subject to a probationary period, exempting internal applicants (unless currently in a probationary period).

Benefits

This post attracts a High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of the basic salary, with minimum and maximum payments specified.

Job Responsibilities

The PCN CYP MH Practitioner will work with locality-based Clinical Leads and will be community-based, spending time in primary care settings. Responsibilities include:

• Assessing and managing patients using expert knowledge.
• Producing and completing individual care plans.
• Providing specialist clinical support and advice.
• Educating and involving family members in treatment.
• Managing personal workloads and adhering to departmental policies.

Flexible Working Opportunities

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust offer various flexible working options, acknowledging staff commitments outside work. Retired staff wishing to return can also choose shifts that suit them.

Base Location

The post holder will primarily work in the Thurrock PCN, with some travel around the county expected. GP practices include:

• Aveley Medical Centre
• Derry Court Medical Practice
• Dr Yasin Surgery - The Health Centre
• Peartree Surgery & West Horndon Surgery
• Purfleet Care Centre
• Sancta Maria Medical Centre

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in community mental health settings.

Desirable

• Experience of caseload management.

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified & Registered Mental Health Practitioner or equivalent.
• Postgraduate qualification in Mental Health.

Desirable

• Registration with the relevant governing body.

Core Values

Essential

• Demonstration of NELFT Values.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a check for previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.