Band 6 Care Coordinator - Solihull Early InterventionNHS

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a fixed term/secondment position within the Solihull Early Intervention team which will be providing maternity cover.

Solihull Early Intervention provides a 7 days per week service for those who are experiencing a first episode of Psychosis and also those young people who are at risk of developing psychosis (ARMS).

We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated care co-ordinator to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team delivering evidence based interventions across the full age range.

Applications are invited from a variety of professional backgrounds to contribute to the expert knowledge and experience that already exists within the team.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible in the role of a care co-ordinator for the assessment and coordination of care needs.

To plan and implement evidence based care and interventions for service users who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis, or are at risk of experiencing a first episode of psychosis.

To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team providing professional advice and support to colleagues both within and outside of the service.

To work as part of a team and support colleagues when required with day to day tasks.

To act up in the role of team manager in their absence (as appropriate).

To act as a role model and resource for junior staff, students and less experienced staff.

To advocate for the service users who are under the care of Solihull Early Intervention.

To work closely with the client group and their families to resolve any issues that may be detrimental to them.

To promote recovery and hope within the client group that we work with.

Job description

For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.