Assertive Outreach Lead- Cpn

To manage a defined caseload under supervision from the clinical lead within the Community Mental health Team, undertaking risk assessment, intervention and appropriate escalation regards to presenting risk to senior team members and/or external agencies. Working as active member of the team undertaking the further assessment needs of patients flagged as requiring assertive engagement with patients in community as well as within their home environment. Contribute to the team management of the Duty system To share responsibility within the relevant multidisciplinary team for the management of referrals and waiting list according to CMHT Policies. To assume the role as a lead professional/Care Co-ordinator for patients under their care Take the lead role in the development of a collaborative and patient centred care plan To ensure that each patient in care receives an individual assessment and a regularly updated care plan which is formulated in collaboration with the patient. To ensure that information regarding the patients needs and progress are communicated promptly and accurately to other people involved in their care, having due regard for confidentiality.