Clinical Lead

at  Barnet Enfield Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust

As the next phase of the “Think 111 First” service, NHS England have launched a major new campaign to encourage the use of the “111, Press 2” service for mental health.
Locally, in North Central London this service will be hosted in partnership by Barnet Enfield & Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust and Camden & Islington NHS Foundation Trust. This hub, based at St Ann’s Hospital will provide a 24/7, all-age service for people who need advice and support with a mental health need.
As part of the new hub, we also have the opportunity to develop an exciting 12-month pilot service to support the Metropolitan Police with their often-difficult Section 136 decisions, and where appropriate signposting them to alternatives to the use of Section 136 across London.
This is a fabulous opportunity to be part of these new and re-designed services in NCL through supporting the expansion of the Crisis Single Point of Access offer across North Central London.
So, if you’re a skilled mental health nurse or practitioner who has effective and compassionate communication skills and are committed to delivering high quality healthcare advice, then we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our Crisis Hub in North Central London.
The roles will be supported by a robust clinical and managerial leadership structure which will encourage professional development for those seeking to expand their clinical experience.
The post holder will provide compassionate care that is based on empathy, kindness, respect and dignity, and role model this to staff within the team.
The post holder will ensure effective triaging and screening of referrals and support the clinicians in managing complex referrals.
The post holder will be responsible for organising the roster and always ensuing safe staffing. The post holder will work closely and maintain excellent communication and working relationships with partner crisis and community services, LAS, Police and Third Sector services.
The post holder will provide management support as delegated by the Operational Manager, including supervision of staff, team training, service development initiatives and be expected to deputise for the Operational Manager in their absence.
Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health NHS Trust provides local, regional and national award-winning healthcare services. We have more than 3.300 staff working out of 20 main sites serving a population of 1.2 million people. We provide community health services and mental health services for young people, adults and older people. Our North London Forensic Service treats and cares for people in the criminal justice system who have mental health conditions. We also provide one of the largest eating disorders services in England, as well as drug and alcohol services.
We are an organisation that is passionate about equality, diversity and inclusion; one that prides itself in developing the leadership capabilities of its employees, looking after their health and wellbeing, creating safe spaces for staff to speak up and providing opportunities to mentor and be mentored. Our employees are the reason for delivering Good CQC ratings, excellent outcomes and outstanding patient experiences, so it is our aim to create a happy and healthy working environment where you can thrive and succeed.
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