Band 5 Research Associate/Community Mental Health Worker

Band 5 Research Associate/Community Mental Health Worker

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (BSMHFT) is looking for an enthusiastic and committed research associate / community mental health worker to assist in the development of a new 24/7 Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre pilot in East Birmingham. This is one of six new pilot projects funded by NHS England to test a comprehensive community mental health model, similar to well-established models such as Trieste.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be involved in both quantitative (secondary data analysis) and qualitative research. As such, the post holder is expected to have graduate-level research knowledge and experience, with key skills in data collection, organisation, storage, and management. The post holder should be familiar with using software such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, and Nvivo (or similar qualitative data analysis software tools) to help manage and statistically analyse quantitative/qualitative data. The post also requires a good understanding of mental, physical, or public health research, including the use of rating scales, semi-structured and narrative interviews with staff and patients.

In addition to helping with research and evaluation related to the 24/7 NMHC, there will be an expectation that this person will play a clinical/support role and be an integral member of the 24/7 NMHC pilot team providing care and service to the patients who access the service. Appropriate training and induction will be provided, as well as ongoing support and supervision to make the most of this exciting opportunity to be on the frontline of care delivery and contribute to research at the same time.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing, and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive, and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.

Job responsibilities

For further information about the main responsibilities, please view the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Research skills and Health Sector experience

• Graduate level research knowledge and experience
• Familiarity with data analysis software

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Lead and Deputy Medical Director

£29,970 to £36,483 a year, pro rata