Job summary Come and join our At Risk Mental State (ARMS), we are looking for part time fixed term staff for a minimum period of six months.This is a new and exciting mental health service which supports individuals across Derbyshire.
This post will be based in Chesterfield and covering the North of the county.You'll be working alongside experienced Nurses, Support Workers, CBT therapists and a Psychologist.You bring: compassion, innovation, fun, a caring attitude, a desire to help people be their best selves, invaluable nursing skills and a strong sense to collaborate with people.We offer: the chance to work with amazing people from all organisations and walks of life, gain experience in community mental health, be part of a new service which is offered nationally.You must hold a Mental Health professional qualification, applied knowledge & training in strategies to support individuals to manage their difficulties.We would welcome informal visits with prior arrangement to meet our team.
Main duties of the job If you want an amazing and exciting challenge then come and join us and;Provide a caring and compassionate service for people who are 'At risk of developing psychosis.Complete assessments with individuals using specialised assessment tools.Hold a caseload of people who fit within the At Risk Mental State (ARMS) who may have fluctuating symptoms.
To recognise when individuals have exceeded the criteria of the service and will require support from other teams such as Early intervention in Psychosis (EIP).Discuss initial enquires with anyone in the system"Do" safeguarding - it's everybody's business.Consider capacity and choice in every contactDemonstrate post registration experience with a thirst for something differentBe a role model, offering mentoring and supervision to other staff and students.You will need to have the ability to transport yourself and service users across a wide geographical area without compromising service needs.
About us Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of 'making a positive difference in people's lives'.CQC rated us as 'GOOD' overall, commenting on how our colleagues "treated patients with compassion and kindness" and "felt positive and proud about working for the trust.
"Benefits include: Commitment to flexible working where this is possible27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' serviceYearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing trainingGenerous NHS pension schemeGood maternity, paternity and adoption benefitsHealth service discounts and online benefitsIncremental pay progressionFree confidential employee assistance programme 24/7Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian NetworkHealth and wellbeing opportunitiesStructured learning and development opportunities Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
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You will need to register if you do not already have an account Person Specification ARMS criteria Essential NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse or Professional Registration Membership of a professional body Suitable experience in current role Ward/Community Access to own vehicle and driving licence Desirable Practice Assessor/Supervisior Experience in working with Psychosis Skills Essential Evidence of team working Good level of verbal and written communication Knowledge and Experience Essential 2+ years post qualification experience Experience of working with people with newly formed mental health concerns.
knowledge of intervention models, CBT,DBT, Psychosocial model.