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Applications are invited for individuals registered on Sub-Part 1:RN3 or RNMH of the NMC Register who wish to join our Integrated Locality Teams.
Fixed term/secondment post for one year:
Perth City Locality
If you are an internal candidate, then you must secure written approval from your line manager prior to applying for this secondment and you will be required to bring this if shortlisted for interview.
Positive mental health and wellbeing at a population level can reduce health inequalities and improve wider outcomes in relation to physical health, social cohesion and economic productivity.
As the successful candidate, your role contributes to this key agenda by:
- Providing mental health and wellbeing triage assessments within the Primary Care arena for individuals experiencing mental health and wellbeing issues.
- Signposting individuals and making referrals, where required, to a wide range of self-management, community resources, third Sector and Health and Social Care Services.
- Demonstrating knowledge, skills and understanding of mental health issues and treatment options to provide guidance to Primary Care staff on matters relating to mental health and wellbeing.
- Working within the Primary Care arena, contributing to early intervention and prevention of mental ill health, parity of esteem for individuals with mental health and wellbeing issues, reducing stigma associated with mental ill health, improving social inclusion, and raising patient/carer/staff understanding of mental health and wellbeing issues and intervention options.
Working as part of an Integrated Care Team you will demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills as a core component of your role.
If you have these skills, display strengths based and socially inclusive approaches to working, can manage change and are committed to improving the lives of people with mental health problems as well as promoting Mental Health and Well being then we would like to hear from you.
Informal enquiries: SCN Pam Lamond, (01738 413070
Hours of work are: 37.5 Hours
Base :In a range of GP Practice and healthcare facilities
NHS Tayside is committed to equality and diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.