About this role
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Open to internal MPFT applicants only
Are you an experienced Mental Health Practitioner looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference during the hours when people need support most?
We have an exciting opportunity for a fixed-term 12-month contract or secondment for a dedicated Band 6 Practitioner to work alongside our Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team in Southeast Staffordshire, working predominantly night shifts.
As part of a compassionate and highly skilled multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in supporting individuals with Mental Health needs. Working alongside the Urgent Care Pathway, you will undertake clinical risk screening and triage, provide clinical leadership and support to the Access Navigators, and contribute to the safe and effective delivery of care throughout the night.
We are looking for a practitioner who is clinically confident, values collaborative working, and is passionate about supporting people at some of the most challenging times in their lives. In return, you will join a supportive service where your expertise is valued and where you can contribute to the continued development of an essential mental health service.
If you are ready to thrive in a role that offers challenge, variety and genuine reward, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
You will hold a crucial role in assessing and determining the mental health and social care needs of a person referred to determine their ongoing needs and facilitation of service provision.
As part of this role, you will be required to:
Have excellent risk assessment and management skills in relation to positive risk taking and decision making to enable safe and effective responses for an identified client group.
Participate in the delivery of the agreed aims and objectives of the service and identify factors which may inhibit these from being achieved.
Assist in the delivery of a high standard of nursing care to service users referred to the service.
Implement agreed systems for the monitoring of effectiveness of care.
Participate in the education and management of junior staff.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification and registration in mental health (for example Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker)
- Post registration training relevant to practice
Experience
Essential
- Current MPFT staff member
- Experience of assessing, planning, co- ordinating and managing people with mental health problems in a community setting
- Evidence of extensive post registration experience with working with adults experiencing mental health related difficulties
- Experience of integrating care delivery across multi-disciplinary /multi agency teams
Desirable
- Experince working in CRHT
Skills
Essential
- Have knowledge of current initiatives impacting on the service
- Have a working knowledge of risk assessment and management related to the area
- Can demonstrate the skills required to work within and across teams and professional boundaries
- Be able to lead assessments confidently and competently
- Have excellent communication skills
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
The Friary
Trent Valley Road
Lichfield
WS13 6EE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)