Mental Health Practitioner

The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the Primary Care Networks and will work within a multi-disciplinary team as a member of the PCN level primary care team. Key Result Areas: Management of own patient group in line with General Practice procedures and risk management protocols. Provision of leadership to the Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and carers. Supervision and support of other team members. Participation in service development and clinical governance structures. Professional: Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred to age of 18 and above. Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers. Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved. Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where the appropriate initiates any action. Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness. Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required. Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community. Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with the Practice. Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements. Administrative: Maintains accurate patient care records in accordance with professional codes of conduct and Practice procedures and ensures records are made available when required by the appropriate agency. Participates in the formulation of policies at unit level. Maintains accurate mileage records. Manages caseload with due economy of cost and time. Ensures safe carriage, storage and administration of drugs prescribed (registered nurses only). Responsible of ordering to stock with due economy. Produces audits in line with practice directives. Keeps the Management Team and colleagues informed of developments relevant to the area of responsibility. Education: Supervises students and trainees on placement. Assists in the teaching and in-service training of staff. Is conversant with current trends in clinical practice. Participates and accepts delegated responsibility in research and clinical audit as required. Attends courses or training sessions relevant to the updating of knowledge and experience. Personnel: Promotes an understanding of mental health and well being. Ensures health and safety regulations are observed. Attends mandatory training sessions as directed by the Practice. Participates in the values based induction and the annual appraisal process. Attends team meetings. Supports the Practices commitment to a healthy work-life balance.