FAQs
What is the primary role of the Assessment Practitioner in the Spalding community mental health team?
The primary role involves the coordination, planning, and implementation of evidence-based interventions in collaboration with a defined group of service users and their social networks.
What kind of support does the Spalding community mental health team provide?
The team provides comprehensive bio-psychosocial support to individuals of working age who are experiencing severe mental illness.
What approach does the team actively engage in?
The team is actively engaged in the community mental health transformation agenda and is working to develop effective, evidence-based social and psychologically informed interventions.
What are the required skills and values for the successful candidate?
The successful candidate should possess values and enthusiasm that align with the transformation agenda, focusing on trauma-informed, strengths-based interventions.
How will the Assessment Practitioner empower service users?
The practitioner will empower individuals and their social networks by utilizing their strengths to help achieve recovery-focused goals.
What measures will be used to guide the team's interventions?
The team will utilize Iroc, the HOPE toolkit, and other appropriate measures to identify clear recovery-focused goals.
Are there opportunities for professional development within this role?
Yes, the role includes providing high-quality learning and development opportunities for colleagues and students.
How does the organization ensure a supportive work environment?
The organization contributes to a psychologically safe environment where diverse views and experiences are valued and utilized.
What is the organizational rating of the Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust?
The Trust has been rated ‘outstanding’ for well-led and ‘good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission.
What benefits does the Trust offer to its employees?
The Trust offers options for flexible working, a wide range of training and promotion opportunities, and actively supports diversity with staff network groups.
Who can I contact for further information about the role?
For further details or to arrange an informal visit, you can contact Christopher Daubney, the Clinical Team Manager, at chris.daubney@nhs.net or call 01775 651300.
What kind of community does Lincolnshire offer for families and professionals?
Lincolnshire is described as friendly, affordable, and brimming with opportunities, making it an excellent place to live and work for health and social care careers.