Job description

Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist psychological care to adults with highly complex mental health difficulties which may include risk and challenges.
• To be compassionate in meeting the needs of clients, their carers and families.
• To promote at all times a positive image of mental health difficulties.
• To promote at all times a positive image of the service and the wider Trust.
• Exercise supervisory responsibility for other psychological therapists
• Provide leadership in multi-disciplinary training and development
• Provide leadership in service audit and development
• Provide leadership in service evaluation and research
• Ensure that a psychological perspective is brought to the wider MDT including service design and change

Person Specification

Person Spec

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Post-qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• HCPC registration as An Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Experience in clinical supervision
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Working as a qualified applied psychologist, working with a variety of client groups, and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
• Experience of teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision
• Experience of quality and service improvement and evaluation
• Knowledge of Evidence-based practice relevant to the role, risk assessment and risk management, Clinical governance, Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health, Audit and research methodology
• Able to communicate highly sensitive information to a wide range of people, work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaise with multiple agencies, demonstrate effective multimedia skills
• Able to work in accordance with the Trust Values and Behaviours

Desirable

• BABCP Accreditation
• Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies
• Formal Training in Clinical Supervision

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Steps To Health

Showell Circus,

Wolverhampton

WV10 9TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is subject to an enhanced with childrens and adults barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

For further details please contact:

Zoe Gilbert, Service Manager for Mental Health Support Teams In Schools (Reflexions) on [email protected].

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Two Year's post qualification experience of working with Children and Young People in a psychotherapeutic capacity
• Is able to work at a senior level and provide support for junior staff as and when required
• A CBT qualification
• CBT accreditation with BABCP or working towards it
• Significant and relevant experience of working with children or young people with emerging mental health needs.

Desirable

• Experience of working therapeutically in schools or colleges

Skills

Essential

• Is able to communicate effectively with a young person
• Is able to provide a formulation based on a provided case study

Desirable

• Is able to demonstrate coping mechanisms for attendance at university whilst studying and working

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lodge Road or Canalside

48 Lodge Road or Abbotts Street

West Bromwich or Bloxwich, Walsall

WS3 3AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This post is subject to an enhanced with childrens and adults barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

For further details please contact:

Zoe Gilbert, Service Manager for Mental Health Support Teams In Schools (Reflexions) on [email protected].

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• A minimum of two years experience of working with children and young people has been gained
• Is able to work at a senior level and provide support for junior staff as and when required
• CBT qualification
• CBT accreditation with BABCP or be working towards it
• Significant and relevant experience of working with children or young people with emerging mental health needs.
• Relevant clinical experience multi-professional working/case management.
• Ability to travel around the Black Country as required

Desirable

• Experience of working therapeutically in schools or colleges

Skills

Essential

• Is able to communicate effectively with a young person
• Is able to provide a formulation based on a provided case study

Desirable

• Is able to demonstrate coping mechanisms for attendance at university whilst studying and working

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Elms Health Centre

Slade Road

Halesowen

B63 2UR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner you will be responsible for the care of a caseload of young people with various emotional and mental health needs. You will also undertake regular assessments of young people who are new to the service, and be responsible for making recommendations about their future care.

You will have a can do attitude and work collaboratively with colleagues in the team and partner agencies.

You will be able to work creatively to meet the needs of young people and their families.

You will have a sound understanding of the principles of risk assessment and management.

To work with other members of the multi-disciplinary CAMHS Team and with colleagues from other services, providing expertise in the care of children and young people with severe and complex mental health needs and their families.

To provide expert advice, support and supervision on a regular basis to a wide ranging workforce on all aspects of safeguarding children where matters can be highly complex and in difficult, sensitive and emotive situations.

To provide professional expertise in the assessment, planning, implementation and review of your caseload of children and young people in CAMHS.

To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multi-disciplinary team.

To support he Dudley CAMHS duty rota and Black Country CAMHS Single Point of Access when required.

If you have a passion for working with children and young people and would like to discuss this exciting opportunity please do feel free to speak with the Dudley CAMHS Service Manager, Mark Edgerton by ringing 01384 324689

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Qualified Mental Health/Childrens/Learning Disability Nurse, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, ACP Qualified Psychotherapist or equivalent professional qualification and professional registration

Desirable

• Post graduate training/course relevant to CAMHS.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of mental health problems in children and adolescents
• Application of mental health assessments and interventions.

Experience

Essential

• Post Graduate experience working in CAMHS.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Elms Health Centre

Slade Road

Halesowen

B63 2UR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To manage a clinical caseload for children and young people under 18 years of age who have a learning Disability/ Autism spectrum condition diagnosis requiring occupational assessment and treatment interventions within community settings. This will also include people who have behaviours that challenge and /or mental health needs.

The post holder will be a key member of the Multi-Disciplinary and Occupational Therapy Team and will contribute under supervision to the overall management and development of occupational therapy services. He/she will liaise with other disciplines and services to ensure service delivery is seamless and person centred.

The Occupational Therapist will be an integrated member of the multi-professional Learning Disability and Mental Health Team and support the provision of and access to Learning Disability and/or Mental Health services.

The Occupational Therapist will be able to conduct comprehensive assessment with patients and families/carers, including the use of specific occupational focussed assessments and case formulation

To support the leadership of a needs led service developing and delivering evidenced based and outcome focussed therapeutic interventions in response to service user need.

-Able to contribute to meeting professional, service and Trust wide and national standards.

Ensures timely response according to service standards to referrals to the Inpatient service.

Participates in planned out of hours work as required by the service and clinical priorities.

Autonomous responsibility for maintaining accurate and contemporaneous client records, in order to ensure compliance with departmental, professional and legal requirements.

To maintain a professional portfolio for CPD recording learning outcomes through participation in internal and external development opportunities, ensuring that practice is evidence based.

Contributes to the wider OT service development, including audit, research and evaluation.

To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, HCPC standards and all trust relevant policies and procedures.

To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality Intensive Support Team for the all age population.

Person Specification

OT Criterita

Essential

• Evidence of HCPC Registration for Occupational Therapy
• Significant post registration experience of working with children with learning disabilities, autism and/or mental health conditions
• experience working in community based settings

Desirable

• Evidence of Post Graduate Training
• Good understanding of multi disciplinary working with ability to demonstrate independent working
• Good use of information technology

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jack Judge House

Oldbury

B69 9EN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Supervisory/Professional Responsibility

2.1. Clinical supervision of Trainee Applied Psychologists and Assistant Psychologists.

2.2. Clinical supervision of Band 7 Applied Psychologists working within immediate area, under the guidance of Consultant Applied Psychologist

2.3. Will hold responsibility and accountability for their own actions, ensuring appropriate support and supervision is sought when required.

2.4. To keep abreast of current developments in this field through reading, attendance at appropriate training courses, and a range of other CPD activities, and to ensure that a log is kept of this in line with HCPC requirements.

2.5. To contribute, as appropriate, to the teaching offered on the local Applied Psychology training courses.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• HCPC registration as an Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees

Experience

Essential

• Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Receipt and accurate input onto the ledger any invoices received from external organisations and send out to relevant Managers for payment authorisation. Ensuring the correct Organisation name and details are on the invoice to begin with.

Ensure invoices are processed to the correct purchase order and highlight where invoices are received without a purchase order that should have one to the Purchase ledger supervisor.

Matching of completed Good Received Notifications to registered invoices.

Perform supplier statement reconciliations weekly on key accounts. Utilise the findings to update the account with any adjustments on a timely manner and discuss any problems with the supplier.

Ensure VAT is correctly input and recorded on invoice in accordance with HMRC classifications.

Answer queries regarding payment of Invoices from staff and external organisations.

Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and key internal contacts ensuring work and information flows are optimised to ensure efficient invoice approval.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Desirable

• AAT Technician / Working Towards AAT qualification or equivalent CCAB

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of spreadsheets and using a computerised General Ledger System

Desirable

• Knowledge of Integra Computerised General Ledger System E D Senior Purchase Ledger Assistant

Experience

Essential

• Experience in Finance Office environment
• Experience in Month End processes in particular in the production of Control Account Reconciliations

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience in a Purchase ledger role
• Experience of Managing staff and their development

Skills/Personal qualities

Essential

• Must be able to communicate clearly, concisely and courteously both verbally and in writing
• Willingness to work in co-operation with colleagues of a variety of disciplines in a flexible manner
• Ability to work to under minimal supervision and direction
• Ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Demonstrates the understanding and importance of teamwork
• Ability to use initiative in completing tasks

Trust Behaviours

Essential

• Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone
• Enable yourself and others to act with confidence and authority in order to achieve the best outcome for everyone
• Work with others. Be inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone and everything we do
• Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jack Judge

Halesowen Street

Oldbury

B69 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Accountable for own professional practice in the delivery of highly specialist psychological care to adults with highly complex mental health difficulties which may include risk and challenges.
• To be compassionate in meeting the needs of clients, their carers and families.
• To promote at all times a positive image of mental health difficulties.
• To promote at all times a positive image of the service and the wider Trust.
• Exercise supervisory responsibility for other psychological therapists
• Provide leadership in multi-disciplinary training and development
• Provide leadership in service audit and development
• Provide leadership in service evaluation and research
• Ensure that a psychological perspective is brought to the wider MDT including service design and change

Person Specification

Person Spec

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Post-qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• HCPC registration as An Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Experience in clinical supervision
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Working as a qualified applied psychologist, working with a variety of client groups, and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
• Experience of teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision
• Experience of quality and service improvement and evaluation
• Knowledge of Evidence-based practice relevant to the role, risk assessment and risk management, Clinical governance, Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health, Audit and research methodology
• Able to communicate highly sensitive information to a wide range of people, work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team, liaise with multiple agencies, demonstrate effective multimedia skills
• Able to work in accordance with the Trust Values and Behaviours

Desirable

• BABCP Accreditation
• Experience of joint working with statutory, voluntary and private sector agencies
• Formal Training in Clinical Supervision

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Steps To Health

Showell Circus,

Wolverhampton

WV10 9TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

This senior clinical and leadership role within CERT provides highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation for people with severe and enduring mental health difficulties, including psychosis, trauma, personality difficulties and co-existing needs. You will lead psychologically informed practice across the service, supporting recovery-focused and trauma-informed care.

Key responsibilities include delivering specialist assessments, evidence-based therapies and positive risk management; providing consultation and psychological leadership to multidisciplinary teams; leading care planning and pathway development; and working collaboratively with service users, carers and partner agencies.

You will provide clinical supervision, line management and professional leadership to psychologists, trainees and psychological therapists, while promoting reflective practice and developing the psychological skills of the wider workforce.

The role includes contributing to service development, quality improvement, benchmarking, governance, audit, service redesign and cultural change. You will also lead and support research, service evaluation, outcome monitoring and innovation projects to improve quality and patient outcomes.

The post holder will maintain high standards of safeguarding, information governance and professional practice in line with HCPC and Trust requirements

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
• Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• HCPC registration as an Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status

Desirable

• Registration with BPS

Experience

Essential

• Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings
• Exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care as a care coordinator within the context of a multidisciplinary team
• Teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses

Desirable

• Project management

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence-based practice relevant to the role
• Risk assessment and risk management
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health and its implications for clinical practice

Desirable

• Highly developed knowledge and skills in the care of difficult to treat groups e.g. psychotic presentations, delusions, trauma, dual diagnoses, additional disabilities or severely challenging behaviour

Skills/Personal Qualities

Essential

• Communicate highly complex, highly sensitive and contentious information effectively, to a wide range of people
• Adapt creatively the evidence base for the interventions relevant to the client group
• Utilise psychometric tests competently
• Provide effective teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision for the multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Project manage

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Goscote House

Goscote Lane

Bloxwich, Walsall

WS3 1SJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be a key member of the Mental Health Services Management Team and will contribute to the overall management of those services. As an Occupational Therapy Lead, the post holder will be responsible to the Community Operational Manager and/or AHP Lead for Adult Mental Health Division. The post holder will have ultimate responsibility to Director of Therapies.The post holder will have designated responsibility for professional, operational leadership and co-ordination of the Occupational Therapy staff as well as delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments and interventions to people with all levels of mental health difficulties, with the focus on those with complex emotional needs. The post holder will have experience developing group work for these service users and believe groups to be a rich therapeutic experience. Auditing and evaluation of occupational therapy outcome measures will support whole pathway approach

The post holder will have strong team working skills and the ability to develop the capacity to provide consultation advice on people with complex emotional needs. There are great opportunities to deepen and widen your skills, working autonomously and within an experienced team.

The Division places recovery at the heart of its services. Therefore, we all demonstrate the recovery principles of:

Hope Partnership And maximising opportunities every day, in all that we do

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Masters level qualification relevant to post or relevant masters level clinical experience

Desirable

• Relevant leadership training

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience as a band 6/7 occupational therapist in a relevant clinical field or fields, including extensive mental health experience.
• Significant experience of multi-disciplinary working including development of effective networks/partnerships.

Desirable

• Experience of involvement in quality improvement or service developments. Experience of leading and supporting change and innovation.

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent working knowledge of occupational therapy practice in adult mental health settings.

Desirable

• Effective working knowledge of health and social care policy, including the social care context of mental health services.

Skills/Personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, applied in a variety of contexts, with a variety of people, including the communication of complex, sensitive or contentious issues.
• Ability to prioritise workloads to meet conflicting demands.

Trust Behaviours

Essential

• Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone
• Work with others. Be inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone and everything we do

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Quayside House

Rounds Green Road

Oldbury

B69 2DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the base for this post is at West Park Hospital, the successful applicant may be required to support other parts of the stroke service, should service need require this. Full clinical and operational support will be given if this is ever required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• HCPC registration as an Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
• Registration with BPS

Experience

Essential

• Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings.
• Teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Park road

Wolverhampton

WV1 4PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for additional information regarding the assistant psychologist role.

Person Specification

Essential and desireable

Essential

• Have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree in Psychology that allows Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership with the BPS
• Must have experience of working as an assistant psychologist or equivalent
• Experience of working in an MDT

Desirable

• Experience of working in a forensic setting
• Experience of working with Adults with a learning disability

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jack Judge House

Halesowen Street

Oldbury

B69 2AJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for a more in depth description regarding the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Relevant Nurse training and registered/registering
• Experience of working in a multi disciplinary team
• Ability to travel around the Black Country with ease

Desirable

• Expressed desire to work in MHST CAMHS
• Experience post registration.
• Experience of working with education settings

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Gem Centre

Neachells Lane

Wolverhamptonl

WV11 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Trainee Child Wellbeing Practitioner role will:

• Work closely alongside a team of mental health professionals delivering a wide range of evidence informed interventions, under supervision.
• Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to work directly with children, young people and families.
• Develop and practice evidence-based skills under supervision to carry out holistic and child-centered mental health assessments, including risk assessments

The Trainee Child Wellbeing Practitioner is required to:

• Demonstrate the ability to work at degree level or have an equivalent level of relevant experience, with a proven record of previous learning or formal study in child development, wellbeing or mental health
• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and the network around the child.
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
• Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or mental health difficulties
• Experience of working in or with education although this is not essential

The Qualified Child Wellbeing Practitioner role:

• Work closely alongside a team of mental health professionals delivering a wide range of evidence informed interventions autonomously
• Continue to develop and practice evidence-based skills to work directly with children, young people and families.
• Continue to develop and practice evidence-based skills to carry out holistic and child-centered mental health assessments, including risk assessments.

Upon completion of the training, the role will encompass working with children and their families, teaching staff and relevant agencies involved with the childs network. The practitioner will require the ability to provide appropriate intervention in-line with NICE Guidelines and utilise the relevant psychological therapies measures to ascertain the success of the intervention and agreed outcomes, as well as supporting and empowering children, young people and families to make informed choices about intervention and therapeutic strategies.

The postholder will possess the skills to screen relevant referrals, undertake risk assessments, have the capability to work under pressure, and will require exceptional engagement skills to work with young people and families.

Additionally, the postholder will need to demonstrate the ability to maintain a high standard of patient care and be professionally responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of the program of care provided. There must be a high standard of record keeping and demonstrate user engagement and multi-agency involvement within the assessment process and the development of care planning

For more information and a confidential discussion please email Zoe Gilbert, Reflexions Service Manager on [email protected]

Any question regarding application please contact our recruitment team on 01384 325028.

For more information and a confidential discussion please email Zoe Gilbert on [email protected]

Any question regarding application please contact our recruitment team on 01384 325028.

Please note, interviews will take place on 14th October 2026.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Essential

• Holds an undergraduate degree and can demonstrate the ability to study at postgraduate level
• A minimum of two years experience of working with children and young people
• Has experience of working in an environment that uses targets to demonstrate outcomes.
• Must be able to travel to university in Northampton and the Black Country with ease

Desirable

• Has experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sandwell CAMHS

Lodge Road

West Bromwich

B70 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and delivery of the housekeeping/catering services
• Responsible for undertaking scheduled cleaning tasks, including the cleaning of clinical equipment, as schedules
• Responsible for upholding all infection Prevention and Control Measures as required within the Trust
• Responsible for ensuring that all domestic consumables are available at all times in the appropriate dispenser/holder.
• Responsible for undertaking ad hoc cleaning tasks as required by the Senior Housekeeper or nursing staff.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Must hold Basic Food Hygiene Qualification
• Good Basic Education- Ability to read and write, numerical skills
• NVQ level 2, BICS in Domestic Services

Desirable

• Must have experience of working in a Mental Health/ Learning Disabilities service.
• Must have excellent knowledge of Food Hygiene incl temperature control and HACCP
• Must be a good communicator, to mix with a variety of people.
• Must be able to follow clear instructions

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bushey Fields Hospital

Bushey Fields Road

Dudley

DY1 2LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Facilities Environmental Assistant (FEA) is responsible for supporting the delivery of essential services across catering, housekeeping, and portering. This includes assisting with food preparation and service, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control, and ensuring timely movement of equipment, supplies, and waste. The role requires flexibility to cover gaps in service, uphold safety standards, and contribute to a well-managed environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Person Specification

Knoweledge and qualification

Essential

• Food Level 2
• Allergen Awareness

Desirable

• Cleaning Techniques
• Understanding of Health & Safety

Communication Skills

Essential

• Food Level 2 or Food Awareness

Desirable

• Knowledge of Allergens

Communication

Essential

• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, colleagues, and other stakeholders. This involves being able to convey information clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing, and being able to listen actively and respond appropriately.

Desirable

• Providing flexible, multi-skilled support across catering, housekeeping, and portering services to maintain operational continuity and high standards.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bushey Fields Hospital

Bushey Fields Road

Dudley

DY1 2LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to attached job description and person specification documents for full details and main responsibilities.

Person Specification

Shortlisting

Essential

• Registered Nurse Professional with current registration with an appropriate UK statutory body.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to clinical leadership, informatics or transformation.
• Digital clinical risk management (Clinical Safety Officer) training, or commitment to complete approved training promptly after appointment.
• Substantial senior clinical leadership experience in a complex health or care organisation.
• Significant leadership of a major digital or clinical transformation from early design through implementation and evaluation.
• Experience of clinical workflow redesign, implementation, adoption or optimisation of clinical information systems.
• Strong knowledge of clinical informatics, electronic patient records, digital adoption, optimisation and data-enabled improvement.

Desirable

• Educated to Master's level or able to demonstrate equivalent senior-level knowledge and experience.
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical informatics, digital health, leadership, quality improvement, programme management or a related field.
• Experience as a designated Clinical Safety Officer and authoring clinical safety documentation through deployment.
• Experience in mental health, learning disability or autism services.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wolverhampton Civic Centre

St Peter's Square

Wolverhampton

WV1 1SH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job description for details.

The post holder will provide a comprehensive secretarial and administrative support across various disciplines/services within the Trust to enable them to function efficiently and effectively.All duties outlined are appropriate to the grade and the actual duties will be determined by the individual service/team.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education / 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualification
• GCSE English grade A to C
• Word processing / typing at RSA/OCR Level II (or equivalent level / demonstrable experience)
• Evidence of continued development or training

Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Significant experience of working in an office environment
• Demonstrable organisational skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to prioritise own workload and work to deadlines.
• Ability to use own initiative.

Desirable

• Audio typing skills
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of computer packages including MS Office and keyboard skills.
• Knowledge of confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Desirable

• Awareness of Equal Opportunities

Skills/Personal qualities

Essential

• Team player with ability to work as part of team or on own initiative.
• Flexible
• Punctual
• Willing to learn and develop existing skills

Trust Behaviours

Essential

• Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone
• Enable yourself and others to act with confidence and authority in order to achieve the best outcome for everyone
• Work with others. Be inclusive by understanding and valuing others to achieve the best results for everyone and everything we do
• Act with transparency and honesty; respect and value others to do the right thing at the right time for everyone.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Heath Lane Hospital ( Occasionally other trust locations)

Heath Lane

West Bromwich

B71 2BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To contribute to quality improvement initiatives, e.g. clinical audit, triangle of care.

To take an active part in developing knowledge ideas and to support evidence based practice.

To regularly take charge of the ward, taking responsibility for the clinical area in the absence of deputy/ward manager.

To delegate and supervise the work of junior team members as appropriate to level of ability.

To contribute to the development of junior members of staff and students, promoting an environment conducive to learning.

To provide the support workers with supervision.

To participate in regular management and supervision from ward manager/deputy ward manager.

To participate in regular individual performance reviews and development conversations about your goals and career aims.

To attend training courses that are mandatory, indicated in personal development plans or required by the needs of the service.

To work flexible shifts including Nights, Weekends and Bank Holidays in accordance with service needs.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• RMN/RLDN

Desirable

• has experience

Skills

Essential

• oAbility to demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Macarthur Centre

West Brom

B71 2BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Sending clinical correspondence as directed to GPs, internal teams, voluntary sectors and other organisations as required using secure methods of electronic communication such as Docman or e-mail and by post.
• Carry out procurement of office supplies, review stationery requirements, order printed stationery and other ad hoc items as required by the team.
• Maintain effective diary management as required by line manager.
• Take notes or minutes, prepare agenda and action logs to support meetings as required as defined by operational procedures
• Undertake the administrative tasks of requesting services including the submission of works tickets and urgent requests for maintenance/estates via the Helpdesk, IT, and Information where appropriate under the direction of the line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education / 5 GCSE's or equivalent qualification at grades A - C
• NVQ Business Administration / Customer Service or other professional administration qualification Level 2

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working in an office environment
• Experience of prioritisation of workload and the ability to work to deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of ICT (use of MS Office)

Skills

Essential

• Team player with ability to work as part of team or on own initiative.
• Willing to learn and develop existing skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Penn Hospital

Penn Road

Wolverhampton

WV4 5HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.1. To adopt and co-ordinate a multi-disciplinary agency approach to care, ensuring that all aspects of the patients needs are met.

1.2. To set professional standards of care and to monitor, measure and audit the effectiveness of care given.

1.3. To ensure an effective communication mechanism is in place, particularly with regard to patients care and progress, to include patients and relatives.

1.4. To deploy, supervise and support other members of the nursing team in the provision of a professional nursing service.

1.5. The utilisation of available resources and services within the community setting, identifying any inadequacies and taking appropriate action to enhance the quality of care available within their client group.

Person Specification

NMC - RMN Registration

Essential

• Higher qualification at least to degree level in a relevant subject

Desirable

• or equivalent

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Steps to Health

Showell Circus

Low Hill, Wolverhampton

WV109TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description detailing the main responsibilities for this role. The document provides further information about the key duties, day-to-day activities, and expectations of the position, as well as the skills, knowledge, and experience required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA II/OCR or other computing qualification or equivalent experience
• GCSE English Grade C or above or equivalent qualification.

Desirable

• NVQ3 in Business Administration or equivalent qualification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills when dealing as first point of contact with all levels of staff in person, on the telephone and in written correspondence
• Effective handling of highly confidential information ensuring high level of discretion at all times
• Excellent planning and organising skills
• Ability to be adaptive and flexible in response to additional workload
• Able to work to tight deadlines whilst ensuring work is of a high standard
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Excellent word processing skills including accurate and speedy typing and audio typing
• Ability to work on own initiative

Experience

Essential

• Experience of providing administration support to a team of staff including senior managers or dedicated support to a senior member of staff
• Experience of co-ordinating complex meetings involving staff from other departments/organisations
• Experience of maintaining information systems e.g. databases
• Demonstrable commitment and understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality at all times
• Demonstrable commitment to equality and diversity e.g. awareness of potential considerations when booking venues and inviting delegates to meetings

Desirable

• Understanding of key service area processes

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Gem Centre

Wolverhampton

WV11 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties/Responsibilities

To work effectively as a member of the community team as an autonomous practitioner in providing a range of therapy interventions (individual and group) using graded activity to achieve therapeutic goals, in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members

To manage a clinical caseload of adults with mental health needs requiring occupational assessment and treatment interventions with clients in the community as well as within their home environment.

To undertake occupational therapy assessments/treatment interventionsbased on the model of human occupation, with designated service users, utilising investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised treatment plans.

To work collaboratively with service users to identify occupational therapy goals as part of the overall recovery care plan.

To utilise standardised and non-standardised occupational therapyassessment tools as part of the assessment process.

To actively engage and motivate service users in the occupations of self-care, productivity and leisure.

To establish effective communication with service users, carers, and other health workers and agencies both internally and externally.To ensure that electronic records are maintained in accordance with trust and professional standards and provide specialist OT reports

To monitor, evaluate and modify treatment in order to measure progress to ensure effective intervention.

To work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary team members providingoccupational therapy specific contributions to the care and treatment process of patients.

To utilise clinical reasoning skills, demonstrating critical thinking, reflection and analysis from which to inform practice.

To apply an experiential understanding of the effects of functional, cognitive and physical impairment related to mental health needs in the therapeutic process of treatment planning and intervention

To be responsible for the planning and delivery of occupational therapyinterventions in a variety of environments, according to service user need.

To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with theresponsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality occupational therapy service.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrate effective clinical knowledge and skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in mental health with adults with complex needs

Skills / Personal Qualities

Essential

• Commitment to improving the experience of service users and their carers
• Commitment to person centred care

Trust Behaviours

Essential

• Be compassionate, empathetic and caring to everyone

Essential

Essential

• Qualified Occupational Therapist
• 1 year experience
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Experience of occupational therapy assessments and interventions with adults with mental health needs
• Experienced use of the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO)
• Supervision giving and receiving

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Quayside House

Rounds Green Road

Oldbury

B69 2DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Everyone who lives in the Black Country, with their individual needs and experiences, will have fair access to mental health services that are sensitive to the needs of our Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton communities. When service users need help there will be one simple way to access mental health services (single point of access). This will be the same for anyone you go to for help (your doctor, hospital or care staff, community, carers and more). Service users will have a named mental health worker who will remain your key contact and who will help you access the right services and support for you (health, care and voluntary support). Service users will receive personalised care and support from people who have a range of skills and experience. Although they may belong to different health, care and voluntary organisations they will work together as one team to support them.

Person Specification

RMN

Essential

• RMN
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate with staff at all levels both, internal and external , patients , carers, external agencies
• Specialist skills in assessing and formulating individual intervention plans for adults with mental health difficulties
• Ability to use own initiative and work without supervision
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Effective IT skills and administrative skills to support accurate record keeping
• Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines.
• Excellent risk assessment and management skills
• Ability to deal with challenging situations
• Post registration experience of working in multidisciplinary community mental health services
• Knowledge of government directives and current policies
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation including MHA 1983
• Knowledge of the safe storage, administration and monitoring the effectiveness of psychotropic medications
• Experience of organising own workload and managing competing demands
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines including adult and children safeguarding legislation
• Understanding of psychosocial interventions
• Organisational and time management skills
• Flexibility of working hours
• Personal Integrity
• Drive and enthusiasm
• Demonstrates a belief in working within person centre care approach
• Ability to lead and motivate projects and people
• Promotes recovery and social inclusion
• Ability to commute to meet the post requirements
• Good general standard of health
• An ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• A problem solving approach to professional practice
• Demonstrate Trust behaviours

Desirable

• community experience
• degree or posExperience of using a range of therapeutic interventions in a mental health context e.g. CBT, SFTt graduate study

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pond Lane

Wolverhampton

WV2 1HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)