Elton Ncube

Approved Mental Health Professional

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Yeovil, Somerset

03.2022 - Current

Complied with all regulatory standards whilst providing mental health services.
Advocated on behalf of patients, ensuring their rights and interests were protected.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
Attended professional development workshops to stay updated in the field.
Established trustful relationships with patients by empathetic communication.
Provided crisis intervention services to prevent escalation of situations.
Addressed any concerns or complaints from patients or family members promptly, ensuring satisfaction.
Maintained accurate case notes, enhancing the effectiveness of treatment protocols.
Managed mental health cases, improving patient's quality of life.
Kept informed about latest advancements in psychiatric treatments contributing to more effective practice.
Liaised with families to provide education and guidance on coping strategies.
Implemented therapeutic interventions resulting in improved patient stability.
Conducted risk assessments to safeguard patients and staff.
Developed treatment plans for positive patient outcomes.
Organised mental health awareness programmes within the community.
Evaluated treatment progress regularly leading to timely modifications if necessary.
Trained junior staff members, enhancing overall team competence.
Performed comprehensive risk assessments on patients.
Used tact, reassurance and sensitivity when necessary to overcome barriers to understanding.
Assisted patients to manage emotions through de-escalation strategies.
Identified and provided social activities, emotional support and stability to patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
Planned and delivered outcome-focused interventions, promoting independence, social inclusion and recovery.
Enabled patients to be fully involved in treatment, emphasising recovery model.
Developed strong professional relationships with patients to identify and meet care needs within participative framework.
Assessed service user needs and risks to formulate supportive care plans.
Observed patients for behavioural changes.
Educated patient families about mental health issues and how to support care plan.
Carried out thorough Care Act assessments, support planning and development reviews to maintain high-quality care provision.
Identified patients in need of more personalised treatment and recommended to psychiatrists.
Utilised strength-based, preventative approach to all social work and interventions.
Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.
Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
Promoted independence and positive wellbeing when working with vulnerable adults and children.
Kept detailed, accurate records for well-maintained care continuity between support staff.
Provided mental health support to service users, as well as signposting community resources and local charities.
Monitored service user progress, escalating concerns for swift resolution.
Consulted with multidisciplinary team of professionals to optimise treatment plans for complex cases.
Responded proactively to changing circumstances for optimised service user care.
Used assessment findings to action necessary care plan adaptations.
Liaised with families and caregivers to develop balanced rehabilitation programmes.
Partnered with external support networks to deliver holistic client care.
Supported integration of service users back into community life to maximise successful transition rate.
Created targeted support programmes based on client interviews and assessments.
Oversaw multiple social work cases simultaneously, directing assessments, conducting interviews and recommending best courses of action.
Developed and championed accessible, practical solutions for recurring problems faced by service users.
Collaborated with officials to prepare required legal documentation for court proceedings.