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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

6d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Lancaster, +2

AI generated summary

  • You should be proactive, innovative, and passionate about providing holistic mental health support in a primary care setting, collaborating with GPs for patient assessments.
  • You will provide immediate mental health assessments and support in primary care, collaborating with GPs and ensuring holistic care for patients in need.

Requirements

  • As part of our services across Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS), we are excited to be able to implement Mental Health Practitioner roles across the Primary Care Networks to support GPs with ‘on the day’ Mental Health assessment and support for patients.
  • These are new roles designated under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme for Primary Care (ARRS).
  • This is an exciting role for someone who is proactive and passionate about innovation and providing a high-quality holistic approach to the care of people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting.
  • Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area.
  • The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
  • Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing.
  • For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sharon Brewer Job title: Team Leader Email address: sharon.brewer@lscft.nhs.uk

Responsibilities

  • As part of our services across Lancashire and South Cumbria Integrated Care System (ICS), we are excited to be able to implement Mental Health Practitioner roles across the Primary Care Networks to support GPs with ‘on the day’ Mental Health assessment and support for patients.
  • These are new roles designated under the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme for Primary Care (ARRS). The roles will provide an opportunity for better joint working across primary care and adult secondary care mental health systems and will make it easier for patients to obtain the help they need.
  • This is an exciting role for someone who is proactive and passionate about innovation and providing a high-quality holistic approach to the care of people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting.
  • Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of services including secondary mental health care across this area. Specialist provision comprises inpatient child and adolescent mental health services, perinatal mental health and forensic services including low and medium secure care.
  • The Trust also provides a range of physical health and well-being services in the community alongside a range of partners in the Lancashire, Cumbria and Sefton area.
  • Lancashire & South Cumbria Foundation Trust encourages flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as; term time, part time, compressed hours, flexi-time and career breaks. We encourage applicants to state clearly on their application forms this request and discuss these options at interview.

FAQs

What is the role of a Primary Care Mental Health Practitioner?

The role involves providing ‘on the day’ mental health assessment and support for patients in primary care settings, working closely with GPs to improve mental health care access and quality.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates are typically expected to have a relevant qualification in mental health, such as nursing, social work, or psychology, along with experience in mental health care.

Are these roles full-time or part-time?

The positions can be flexible, and we encourage applicants to discuss their preferred working patterns, including part-time options or term-time arrangements, during the application process.

Is there an opportunity for career development in this role?

Yes, the role offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with other mental health and physical health professionals within the integrated care system.

Can I apply if I have experience in secondary mental health care?

Yes, experience in secondary mental health care is valuable and relevant for this position, especially in understanding joint working across primary and secondary care systems.

Who should I contact for more information about the job?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Sharon Brewer, the Team Leader, at sharon.brewer@lscft.nhs.uk.

Do you offer flexible working arrangements?

Yes, we encourage flexible working arrangements to promote a positive work/life balance and would consider options like compressed hours, flexi-time, and career breaks.

What patient population will I be working with?

You will be working with adults identified as needing mental health support in a primary care setting, as well as potentially collaborating with services for children and adolescents, perinatal mental health, and forensic services.

Are there any specific initiatives supporting mental health in primary care?

Yes, this role is part of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme for Primary Care (ARRS), aimed at enhancing mental health support within primary care networks.

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Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust

Supporting Health and Wellbeing

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, and substance misuse services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to improve mental and emotional well-being. Their purpose is to support individuals in their recovery and promote mental health through integrated, compassionate care and community engagement.