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Mental Health Facilitator

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Leicester

AI generated summary

  • You must be phlebotomy trained, have strong assessment and communication skills, understand medications and mental illness, work collaboratively, assess risk, and manage your schedule effectively.
  • You will provide health promotion and psychoeducation, assess risk, manage your diary, conduct physical health checks, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

  • Candidates will need to be or agree to be phlebotomy trained.
  • Candidates will need to have good assessment skills and be able to engage with patients effectively to create a collaborative and meaningful care plan.
  • Candidates must have a good understanding of the effects of medications and mental illness and the impact on physical health.
  • Candidates must be able to work in collaboration with our GP partners.
  • Candidates must be able to refer on to other services when required.
  • Candidates need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to provide clear information around health promotion and psychoeducation.
  • Candidates need to be able to work flexibly and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and other agencies.
  • Candidates need to be able to assess risk dynamically and work to safeguard our clients at all times.
  • Candidates will need to manage their diary and clinics within a GP surgery to complete physical health observations and mental health care plans.
  • Candidates must work with people from both primary and secondary care to ensure best patient outcomes.
  • Candidates will need to complete physical health checks including blood tests to ensure patients are receiving all required checks to support their well being.
  • All jobs will require permission to work in the UK.
  • For all jobs the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual.

Responsibilities

  • You will need to demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to provide clear information around health promotion and psychoeducation to people who use our services as well as providing educational input and supervision to nursing students and junior colleagues.
  • You will need to be able to work flexibly and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and other agencies. You will need to be able to assess risk dynamically and work to safeguard our clients at all times. You will work in our Team Base and in people's homes.
  • To be able to manage your diary and clinics within a GP surgery to complete physical health observations and mental health care plans.
  • To work with people from both primary and secondary care to ensure best patient outcomes.
  • To complete physical health checks including blood tests to ensure patients are receiving all required checks to support their well being.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Mental Health Facilitator at Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust?

The main responsibilities include delivering health checks to patients on the SMI register, managing clinics to complete physical health observations and mental health care plans, assessing risk, providing psychoeducation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and other agencies.

Is phlebotomy training required for this role?

Yes, candidates need to be or agree to be phlebotomy trained to carry out blood tests as part of the health checks.

What support does the trust provide for professional development?

The trust offers a robust induction period, regular supervision, and a structured learning journey to help staff progress their careers and achieve long-term goals.

What are the benefits offered to employees?

Employees receive a generous pension contribution, holiday allowance starting at 27 days, free onsite parking, and access to various additional benefits such as discounted shopping and health and wellbeing support.

Is there flexibility in working hours for this position?

Yes, the trust considers requests for alternative hours or varied working patterns in line with their flexible working policy.

Do you require permission to work in the UK for this role?

Yes, all applicants must have permission to work in the UK.

Is there a probationary period for new staff?

Yes, there is a 6-month probationary period for all substantive roles, excluding medical staff.

How does the trust emphasize diversity in hiring?

The trust aims to develop a workforce that reflects the community and actively implements equal opportunities in employment, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

What will happen if there is a high number of applicants?

The job advert may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so it is advisable to apply as soon as possible.

Will the cost of any required DBS disclosure be covered by the trust?

No, the cost of any DBS disclosure required will be met by the individual, and it will be deducted from their salary once they have started.

Creating high quality compassionate care and well-being for all

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Mission & Purpose

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust provides a wide range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care tailored to the needs of individuals and communities. They aim to improve mental health and well-being through integrated care, research, and innovation, focusing on delivering person-centered services that enhance overall quality of life.200