About this role
Job summary
We are seeking a compassionate and resilient Mental Health & Addiction Triage Practitioner to join our Customer Service Centre team. In this important role, you will review and triage clinical referrals for Priory's addiction services, helping individuals access the most appropriate support for their needs.
Main duties of the job
As a Mental Health & Addictions Triage Practitioner, you will review and triage referrals, assessing individuals' needs and directing them to the most appropriate treatment pathway. You will provide guidance and signposting where alternative support is more suitable, while managing patient enquiries with empathy and professionalism.
You will assess and escalate risk and safeguarding concerns, maintain accurate clinical records, and work closely with referral coordinators and clinical teams to ensure a seamless patient journey. Acting as a clinical point of contact within the Customer Service Centre, you will support colleagues, contribute to safe and effective case management, and participate in supervision and ongoing professional development.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job description Job responsibilities
This role requires flexibility to work a shift pattern covering 8:00am to 8:00pm Monday to Friday, alongside a Saturday morning service. We welcome applications from individuals with professional or lived experience of addiction and mental health, who can demonstrate empathy and a commitment to supporting people at often challenging times in their lives.
This role can be completed as office based, hybrid or remotely however we require the post-holder to live within a reasonable commute to our Customer Service Centre in Stockton-On-Tees. Hours will be between 8am and 8pm, 5 days per week. Some weekend work may be required.
Customer Service Centre, Ground Floor, Admiralty House, 9 Fudan Way, Stockton on Tees, TS17 6EN
Person Specification
Requirements Essential
You'll have a relevant qualification or be working towards one, such as a Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner training, trainee therapist status, or equivalent experience. You'll have an understanding of mental health and addiction, with the ability to assess referrals, identify and manage risk, and make informed decisions about appropriate care pathways. Experience in adult mental health, addiction services, primary care or a similar setting is desirable. You'll be an empathetic and confident communicator, able to build rapport quickly, handle sensitive conversations professionally, and work collaboratively with colleagues and patients. Strong organisational skills, sound judgement and a commitment to high standards of care are essential.
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.
Employer details Employer name Priory Healthcare
Address Admiralty House, Teesdale Business Park, 9 Fudan Way
Stockton-on-Tees
County Durham
TS17 6EN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)