Memory Service and Day Unit Practitioner
An exciting opportunity to become part of Tameside & Glossop Memory Service and Day Unit for a Band 5 Practitioner. The post holder will work across both services offering assessment and post diagnosis support for adults with a cognitive impairment. The role will also include supporting, assessing and risk management of complex MH needs within a day hospital setting. The Memory Service provides assessment and diagnosis of suspected memory conditions, initiation, and recommending Cholinesterase Inhibitor treatments for Alzheimer's Disease as well as post diagnosis support and groups within our Day unit. The position will offer specialist assessments and interventions working in an MDT. There is opportunity to work within the day unit to support individuals during acute mental health crisis and assist the MDT to manage risks. The post will work closely with senior clinical staff to promote highest standards and values across the unit. Main duties of the job
To perform assessments on receipt of referrals, this may be in clinic or the person's home. To complete trust approved MH assessments and risk screening for persons referred to Memory clinic or the day unit. Complete cognitive and other screening as indicated by presentation and interpret to inform a MH assessment. Complete investigation request forms and liaise with other professional colleagues involved in the patients care. Support the patient and carer through the diagnosis process. Be able to facilitate carer education and support sessions. To ensure any Safeguarding incidents are dealt with and reported according to Pennine Care policy. To contribute to audits as directed by team manager. Collaborate with other colleagues and services to develop and embed the offer of post-diagnostic dementia support for service users and carers, e.g., Memory Information groups and the offer of formal Cognitive Stimulation Therapy provided from Whittaker Day Unit. Assist and help maintain the current standards from the accreditation process of The Royal College of Psychiatrists: Memory Services National Accreditation Programme (MSNAP) for the Memory Service on a rolling programme. About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our
#PennineCarePeople
and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer. If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including: Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance. Access to Continued Professional Development. Involvement in improvement and research activities. Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service. Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel. Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities include: To carry a clinical caseload of which are key worked alongside senior staff. To demonstrate clinical and practice interventions, supervision and modelling good practice. To understand physical health conditions and the impact they can have on mental health. To assist in ensuring that the teams are upholding and implementing clinical standards for the care of people with mental health needs within both Memory Service and Whittaker Day Unit. Engage and establish an empathic rapport with individuals with a wide spectrum of mental health conditions in both settings. To undertake the different components of mental health assessments for a range of conditions including robust risk assessments and management of risk following assessment. To promote appropriate patient engagement and carer involvement. To support MDT meetings as required. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of a range of clinical pathways for people with dementia and those with functional mental health issues. Be able to effectively support non-mental health colleagues from a range of disciplines. Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
First level Registered Nurse or Equivalent qualification to diploma level. Completion of Preparation for Mentorship/Practice Teacher/Fieldwork Educator qualification or willingness to complete. Mentorship qualification or willingness to attain. Experience
A broad range of clinical skills or demonstrate willingness to develop. Experience of multidisciplinary working in mental health care with dementia and complex mental health. Experience of working to objectives and meeting deadlines, within a performance management framework. Experience of completing mental health assessment and risk assessments/management. Using therapeutic assessment techniques and interventions in the management of Older adults Mental health needs. Multi-agency working. Experience in facilitating group sessions. Knowledge
Knowledge of current mental health legislation and guidance in relation to Safeguarding and Vulnerable Adults. Clinical and theoretical knowledge of older adults and mental health problems. Need to demonstrate a genuine interest in older people and motivated to develop a service. Working knowledge of NICE guidance and National policies in the treatment of mental health problems in older adults. A detailed knowledge of mental health conditions in older adults and how they impact on the individual. Awareness of the holistic needs of older adults with mental health problems. Knowledge of therapeutic interventions with older adults with MH problems such as CST. Understanding and Practical application of the mental capacity act including completing mental capacity assessments. Knowledge and experience in completing Cognitive assessments. Understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality improvement. Understanding and knowledge of the range of interventions for older adults with MH conditions such as dementia, delirium, functional illnesses, self-harm and substance misuse. Knowledge of Clinical systems such as PARIS. Evidence of a good working knowledge of risk assessments in Older Adults. Knowledge & experience in leadership skills. Skills and Abilities
Ability to undertake assessments, formulate care plans and review medication. Positive attitude and Values when working with Older adults. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as part of an MDT with positive attitude. Excellent Computer and ICT skills. Be able to work in a high pressure clinical environment. Work Related Circumstances
Be able to work across 7 day week. Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs. Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies. Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Etherow Building, Tameside General Hospital
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An exciting opportunity to become part of Tameside & Glossop Memory Service and Day Unit for a Band 5 Practitioner. The post holder will work across both services offering assessment and post diagnosis support for adults with a cognitive impairment. The role will also include supporting, assessing and risk management of complex MH needs within a day hospital setting. The Memory Service provides assessment and diagnosis of suspected memory conditions, initiation, and recommending Cholinesterase Inhibitor treatments for Alzheimer's Disease as well as post diagnosis support and groups within our Day unit. The position will offer specialist assessments and interventions working in an MDT. There is opportunity to work within the day unit to support individuals during acute mental health crisis and assist the MDT to manage risks. The post will work closely with senior clinical staff to promote highest standards and values across the unit. Main duties of the job
To perform assessments on receipt of referrals, this may be in clinic or the person's home. To complete trust approved MH assessments and risk screening for persons referred to Memory clinic or the day unit. Complete cognitive and other screening as indicated by presentation and interpret to inform a MH assessment. Complete investigation request forms and liaise with other professional colleagues involved in the patients care. Support the patient and carer through the diagnosis process. Be able to facilitate carer education and support sessions. To ensure any Safeguarding incidents are dealt with and reported according to Pennine Care policy. To contribute to audits as directed by team manager. Collaborate with other colleagues and services to develop and embed the offer of post-diagnostic dementia support for service users and carers, e.g., Memory Information groups and the offer of formal Cognitive Stimulation Therapy provided from Whittaker Day Unit. Assist and help maintain the current standards from the accreditation process of The Royal College of Psychiatrists: Memory Services National Accreditation Programme (MSNAP) for the Memory Service on a rolling programme. About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our
#PennineCarePeople
and do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer. If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including: Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance. Access to Continued Professional Development. Involvement in improvement and research activities. Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service. Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel. Job responsibilities
Clinical responsibilities include: To carry a clinical caseload of which are key worked alongside senior staff. To demonstrate clinical and practice interventions, supervision and modelling good practice. To understand physical health conditions and the impact they can have on mental health. To assist in ensuring that the teams are upholding and implementing clinical standards for the care of people with mental health needs within both Memory Service and Whittaker Day Unit. Engage and establish an empathic rapport with individuals with a wide spectrum of mental health conditions in both settings. To undertake the different components of mental health assessments for a range of conditions including robust risk assessments and management of risk following assessment. To promote appropriate patient engagement and carer involvement. To support MDT meetings as required. To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of a range of clinical pathways for people with dementia and those with functional mental health issues. Be able to effectively support non-mental health colleagues from a range of disciplines. Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
First level Registered Nurse or Equivalent qualification to diploma level. Completion of Preparation for Mentorship/Practice Teacher/Fieldwork Educator qualification or willingness to complete. Mentorship qualification or willingness to attain. Experience
A broad range of clinical skills or demonstrate willingness to develop. Experience of multidisciplinary working in mental health care with dementia and complex mental health. Experience of working to objectives and meeting deadlines, within a performance management framework. Experience of completing mental health assessment and risk assessments/management. Using therapeutic assessment techniques and interventions in the management of Older adults Mental health needs. Multi-agency working. Experience in facilitating group sessions. Knowledge
Knowledge of current mental health legislation and guidance in relation to Safeguarding and Vulnerable Adults. Clinical and theoretical knowledge of older adults and mental health problems. Need to demonstrate a genuine interest in older people and motivated to develop a service. Working knowledge of NICE guidance and National policies in the treatment of mental health problems in older adults. A detailed knowledge of mental health conditions in older adults and how they impact on the individual. Awareness of the holistic needs of older adults with mental health problems. Knowledge of therapeutic interventions with older adults with MH problems such as CST. Understanding and Practical application of the mental capacity act including completing mental capacity assessments. Knowledge and experience in completing Cognitive assessments. Understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality improvement. Understanding and knowledge of the range of interventions for older adults with MH conditions such as dementia, delirium, functional illnesses, self-harm and substance misuse. Knowledge of Clinical systems such as PARIS. Evidence of a good working knowledge of risk assessments in Older Adults. Knowledge & experience in leadership skills. Skills and Abilities
Ability to undertake assessments, formulate care plans and review medication. Positive attitude and Values when working with Older adults. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as part of an MDT with positive attitude. Excellent Computer and ICT skills. Be able to work in a high pressure clinical environment. Work Related Circumstances
Be able to work across 7 day week. Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs. Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust's Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies. Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Etherow Building, Tameside General Hospital
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