b Overview /b p In this role you provide clinical leadership and direct care to older adults with mental health needs within Havering. You will shape service development, support staff and collaborate across inpatient, crisis and community pathways. The post sits in a well-resourced multidisciplinary team focused on improving outcomes for local communities and older adults living with mental health conditions. You will liaise with primary care networks and contribute to governance and teaching. This is an opportunity to drive integrated care and positive impact across the mental health pathway. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li permanent contract /li li full-time /li li on-call rota with 3% Category A salary supplement /li li Section 136 lead on emergency MHA assessments /li li opportunities for teaching and curriculum delivery /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li provide clinical leadership and supervision to the team /li li work directly with adult patients and their families /li li liaise with inpatient, crisis and community consultant psychiatrists /li li develop links across the mental health pathway and primary care networks /li li improve services for the community /li li supervise the Specialty Doctor and Core Trainee /li li contribute to teaching and curriculum delivery within QMUL and related programs /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Inclusion in/eligibility for the Specialist Register for Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT) /li li Approved Clinician status/eligibility /li li Comprehensive understanding of biological, psychological, and social determinants of mental health disorders /li li Experience with evidence-based treatments for frailty and Old Age /li li Awareness of NHS and NELFT strategic priorities and clinical governance /li li Desirable: understanding of systemic leadership principles /li li Desirable: working knowledge of quality improvement methodology /li /ul ul li leadership /li li collaborative working /li li communication with patients, families and multi-disciplinary teams /li li comprehensive understanding of biopsychosocial determinants /li li evidence-based treatments for frailty and old age /li li quality improvement methodology (desirable) /li /ul
Community Old Age Consultant Psych, Older Adults employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
