To provide assessment whenever service users present in crisis
To triage referrals and undertake crisis assessments, and routine interactions (where required).
To reduce the likelihood of duplicate assessments for individuals.
To work closely with referrers providing expert guidance and support with a view to increasing the threshold of acuity of mental ill health cases managed in primary care (in line with a stepped model of care).
To provide care and support in a comfortable and relaxed non clinical environment
To harness the concept of alternative provision to A& E attendances in order to relieve pressure in General Hospitals and to advise service users on opportunities for providing care closer to home as a viable alternative to hospital admission.
To ensure individuals are directed to the primary or secondary care service which is best suited to meet their needs.
To liaise with the key services or the out-of-hours Social Services Emergency duty team, in order to arrange Mental Health Act assessments where needed.
To deliver evidence-based interventions for a time- limited period, in order to reduce the likelihood of the crisis episode reoccurring and to increase resilience.
To develop comprehensive care packages for service users who have received a face-to-face assessment and signpost them as required.
Embody the visions and values of Surrey & Borders Partnership Foundation NHS Trust
Develop, implement and evaluate evidence based programmes of care; set standards of care and liaise with other agencies, particularly in relation to people discharged under the Care Programme Approach
Participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment of individuals with mental health problems or vulnerabilities living in the community, by providing a community mental health perspective and expertise
Ensure that a risk assessment is completed for service users, especially if there is a history of, or a potential for risk
Ensure that a carers assessment is offered to carers of people who use services, in line with Standard 6 of the National Service Framework
Be responsible for the full assessment of the psychiatric/psychosocial needs of those patients who have been referred to the service; including the comprehensive assessment of risks to self and others
Be responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of robust discharge plans based on a clear assessment and formulation of the person’s needs; which may include urgent referral to secondary mental health services, social and voluntary services.
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 this job role.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please see the attached document for the Job description and full responsibilities associated with the post.
