Community Practitioner

• Physical health monitoring of patients
• Contribution in professional consultation meetings for local clinicians
• Assist with delivery of bipolar/mood disorders training
• Support engagement with young people and their carers
• Offer advice on medication to young people and their families
• Carry a case load with specific case management duties
• Contribute to a highly specialist national tertiary clinical service as part of a multidisciplinary team for referrals to NSAMS for second opinion assessments and advice on management

• Professional Qualification and current Professional Registration as a First Level Registered Nurse (RNMH, RMN, RNLD) or equivalent as an AHP, Social Worker or Clinical Psychologist
• Mentor Training
• Evidence of post-registration training in clinical/psychological interventions/skills relevant to the post
• Proven track record of post registration clinical experience relevant to the post
• Training in CPA (Care Programme Approach), Safeguarding, MAPPA and Child Protection
• Up-to-date knowledge/experience of relevant legislation
• 12 to 24 month band 5 qualified nurse experience dependent upon service need
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, NMC standards and other local and national initiatives
• Proven ability to carry out and provide comprehensive written assessments of individuals with complex mental health needs
• Risk Assessment and Risk Management/Safety Planning skills
• Demonstrate an understanding of effective & appropriate treatment options including a range of evidence based clinical approaches as identified in N.I.C.E. Guidance
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of a high level of professional, organisational and leadership skills (self & others)
• Ability to adapt within a changing environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to use electronic recording and relevant IT equipment
• Ability to work effectively with other professionals using a multi-agency approach
• Car driver is essential

Experience of working with young people with mood disorders and co-occurring conditions

Excellent ongoing support and training to develop their skills for the role