Memory Service Practitioner

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The post holder will be expected to work with the memory Service providing assessment, diagnosis and post diagnosis interventions for adults with Cognitive impairment and probable Dementia. The role will also include supporting, assessing and risk management of complex MH needs within a day hospital setting.
The Memory Service provides assessment and diagnosis of suspected memory conditions, initiation, and recommending Cholinesterase Inhibitor treatments for Alzheimer’s Disease. It also provides post diagnostic information and support via inhouse sessions, and referral, signposting to voluntary and other statutory services. The
service provides a range of information and support for all people diagnosed with dementia or mild cognitive impairment and those who support them.
The post holder will work with senior clinical staff to facilitate the diagnostic process and support the delivery of key performance indicators (KPI’s) assigned to the services.
The role will also offer post diagnosis support. You will be expected to provide direct clinical input to both the Memory Service helping the teams fulfil assessment and outcomes, taking a lead in the development of post diagnosis sessions

Main duties of the job

• To perform assessments on receipt of referrals, this maybe in clinic or the persons home.
• To complete trust approved MH assessments and risk screening for persons referred to Memory clinic.
• Complete cognitive and other screening as indicated by presentation and interpret to inform a MH assessment.
• Complete investigation request forms and liaise with other professional colleagues involved in the patients care.
• Support the patient and carer through the diagnosis process. Be able to facilitate carer education and support sessions.
• To ensure any Safeguarding incidents are dealt with and reported according to Pennine Care policy.
• To contribute to audits as directed by team manager.
• Collaborate with other colleagues and services to develop and embed the offer of post-diagnostic dementia support for service users and carers. E.g., Memory Information groups and the offer of formal Cognitive Stimulation Therapy.

Working for our organisation

We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.

Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.

All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.

If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:

• Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
• Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
• Access to Continued Professional Development
• Involvement in improvement and research activities
• Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
• Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To understand physical health conditions and the impact they can have on mental health
• To assist in ensuring that the teams are upholding and implementing clinical standards for the care of people with mental health needs within both Memory Service.
• Engage and establish an empathic rapport with individuals with a wide spectrum of mental health conditions and Dementia
• To undertake the different components of mental health assessments for a range of conditions including robust risk assessments and management of risk following assessment
• To promote appropriate patient engagement and carer involvement.
• To support MDT meetings as required.
• To maintain an up‑date knowledge of a range of clinical pathways for people with dementia.
• Be able to effectively support non-mental health colleagues from a range of disciplines.

This job description is not exhaustive, but is intended to give an overall picture of the role. Other duties within the general scope of the post may be required from time to time. The duties of the post and job description can be reviewed through the agreed process

Education / Qualifications

• First level Registered Nurse or Equivalent qualification to diploma level.
• Completion of Preparation for Mentorship/Practice Teacher/Fieldwork Educator qualification or willingness to complete
• Mentorship qualification or willingness to attain.

Experience

• A broad range of clinical skills or demonstrate willingness to develop.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working in mental health care with dementia and complex mental health.
• Experience of working to objectives and meeting deadlines, within a performance management framework
• Experience of completing mental health assessment and risk assessments / management.
• Using therapeutic assessment techniques and interventions in the management of Older adults Mental health needs.
• Multi agency working
• Experience in facilitating group sessions.

Knowledge

• Have a understanding the differences with dementia.
• Knowledge of current mental health legislation and guidance in relation to Safeguarding and Vulnerable Adults.
• Clinical and theoretical knowledge of older adults and mental health problems.
• Need to demonstrate a genuine interest in older people and motivated to develop a service.
• Working knowledge of NICE guidance and National policies in the treatment of mental health problems in older adults.
• A detailed knowledge of mental health conditions in older adults and how they impact on the individual.
• Awareness of the holistic needs of older adults with mental health problems
• Knowledge of therapeutic interventions with older adults with MH problems such as CST.
• Understanding and Practical application of the mental capacity act including completing mental capacity assessments.
• Knowledge and experience in completing Cognitive assessments.
• Working knowledge of the third sector organisations.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance and Quality improvement.
• Understanding and knowledge of the range of interventions for older adults with MH conditions such as dementia, delirium, functional illnesses, self harm and substance misuse.
• Knowledge of Clinical systems such as PARIS . Evidence of a good working knowledge of risk assessments in Older Adults.
• Knowledge & experience in leadership skills

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to undertake assessments, formulate care plans and review medication.
• Positive attitude and Values when working with Older adults.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of an MDT with positive attitude.
• Excellent Computer and ICT skills
• Be able to work in a high pressure clinical environment.

Work Related Circumstances

• Be able to work across 7 day week.
• Use of a car or access to a means of mobility to travel across the Trust footprint in line with service needs
• Willing to carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with the Trust’s Equal Opportunities and Equality and Diversity policies
• Appointments to regulated and controlled activities require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Pennine Care are committed to the ‘Get ahead on Flex’ pledge initiative to support the right to request flexible working for all colleagues. “We can work flexibly, as a modern and model employer, flexible and less than full-time working isn’t a barrier to progress in the NHS – it is commonplace.” To support a positive experience for all colleagues we are committed to considering all requests for flexible working, in line with service needs.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

Please note:

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.