EIS Keyworker

We have opportunities for a Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker to join our established, supportiveEarly Interventions in Psychosis Service. The Early Interventions Service provides care and treatment to 14 - 65 year olds who have experienced a first episode of psychosis. As a team, we strive to ensure that we deliver high quality, holistic, patient-centred care and that our staff are supported in their roles and encouraged to develop. We follow the EIS ethos of quality, multi-disciplinary input for service users and their carers / family members. This role will require you to travel between community locations across Buckinghamshire. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required.

We are looking for someone who works well in a team, but also has the ability to work independently using their own initiative. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of mental health, particularly psychosis and the impact this can have on an individual as well as their family, friends and carers. You will have an interest in psychosis and be able to manage a caseload. We are also looking for an individual with an interest in family work with a view to training to deliver Behavioural Family Therapy. We are also looking for an individual with an interest in service improvement projects and for whom inclusivity - for patients and staff - is important. We can offer you regular supervision, with Personal Development Reviews and ongoing professional development through a range of training (internal and external). You will also have the opportunity to develop others, for example through mentoring students. There is excellent multi-disciplinary team-working, supportive colleagues and a friendly working environment.

Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team".

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team