Mindworks Hub Screening and Triaging Clinician

The post holder will be integral to the functioning of the Mindworks Surrey Hubs, responding to requests for support for emotional wellbeing /mental health needs.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner, undertaking clinical screening and where appropriate, assessment, of children and young people who may have a range of needs, including more complex co-morbid mental health needs or may need urgent support. The post holder will work alongside medical, nursing and other professional colleagues to ensure that the most effective care and treatment is provided resulting positive outcomes for that child/young person.

To co-ordinate and liaise with the Mindworks Hub team to ensure flow of new requests are appropriately discussed and considered.

To work within a highly experienced multi-disciplinary team involved in the assessment and treatment of children and young people with a range of mental health difficulties.

To manage a caseload as part of the Mindworks Hub team, from receipt of request to transfer to other services or closure, ensuring there is appropriate information to enable and inform decision making.

Ensure that outcome measures are considered, embedded and audited. Contribute to relevant research and ensure that interventions on the pathway are evidence based. Raise concerns and gaps in pathways to the Service Manager to enable planning and continuous improvement of flow and accessibility.

To accurately record all activity as per Professional and Directorate standards, including risk summaries, risk assessment and care planning. To confidently formulate a robust My Safety Plan with young people and their families where required.

Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, protocols relevant to sphere of responsibility as well as continuous improvement initiatives.

When demand and capacity allows, to support team members to meet the demands of the service.

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Experience

Qualifications

Essential: - Candidates must be a qualified and registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)