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JOB-20240911-c1c514b9

Job Title: Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner - Young Persons Assessments Team 
 Specialism: Young Persons Mental Health 
 Location: Stalybridge, UK 
 Salary: £26.00 Hourly 
 Contract Type: Ongoing | Full Time / Part Time

We are delighted to offer an exciting ongoing locum opportunity for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join the Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge. This role provides flexible working options alongside core hours of 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday, making it ideal for professionals seeking a rewarding position that fits around their lifestyle. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality mental health assessments and interventions for young people experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties.

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Flexible Working Options: Tailor your working pattern with flexible start and finish times, including options such as 8am-6pm over four days, 8am-4pm, or 9am-6pm.
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Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the autonomy and flexibility that locum work provides, helping you take control of your schedule.
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Professional Development: Benefit from continuous learning and development opportunities within a supportive team environment.
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Varied and Rewarding Role: Work in a dynamic service where no two days are the same, keeping your role engaging and fulfilling.
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Role Overview: 
 As a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner within the Young Persons Assessments Team, you will be responsible for undertaking urgent and routine mental health assessments for children and young people. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure timely, effective, and person-centred care.

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Conduct urgent and routine mental health assessments for young people presenting with moderate to severe mental health needs.
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Develop and contribute to individualised care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
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Provide support and guidance to young people and their families, helping them understand and navigate mental health challenges.
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Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical records in line with NHS standards and policies.
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Work effectively within the team to ensure safe, responsive, and high-quality service delivery.
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Why Stalybridge: 
 Stalybridge offers an excellent quality of life, combining urban convenience with suburban tranquillity. Situated close to the Pennines, it provides easy access to beautiful outdoor spaces alongside a strong sense of community, making it a fantastic place to live and work.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel: 
 Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted

Sanctuary Personnel

Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner - Young Persons Assessments Team

Job overview Launch Your Career in Mental Health! Medway Community Mental Health Team Seeks Duty Worker (Band 6) Calling all passionate Registered Mental Health Nurses! Are you looking to make a difference in the lives of others? Do you thrive in a supportive and growing team environment? The Medway Community Mental Health Team is seeking a dedicated Duty Worker to join our team in Gillingham. This Band 6 role offers an exciting opportunity to provide mental health assessments, advice, and support to individuals in need. What you'll gain:<ul> <li>Launch your rewarding career in the NHS</li> <li>Develop your skills and gain valuable experience</li> <li>Receive extensive training and professional development opportunities</li> <li>Work within a supportive and growing team atmosphere</li> </ul> Qualifications:<ul> <li>Registered Mental Health Nurse</li> <li>Post-qualification experience in community or urgent care mental health</li> <li>Continuing professional development evidence</li> <li>Experience working in a community setting (desirable)</li> </ul> Benefits:<ul> <li>27 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (full-time)</li> <li>NHS pension scheme</li> <li>Eligibility for the Blue Light Card</li> </ul> Ready to make a positive impact? Apply now! Here are some clips of our KMPT staff, speaking about their role and why they enjoy working for us. Working at KMPT (youtube.com) Main duties of the job The Duty Worker role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be the first point of contact for individuals experiencing severe and enduring mental health issues. What You'll Do:<ul> <li>Provide initial assessment and support to new and known service users.</li> <li>Offer expert guidance and information to healthcare professionals.</li> <li>Conduct urgent assessments for individuals needing immediate help.</li> <li>Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.</li> </ul> What We're Looking For:<ul> <li>Strong initiative and self-motivation.</li> <li>Excellent teamwork and communication abilities.</li> <li>Knowledge of advanced nursing interventions and community assessment skills.</li> <li>A willingness to undergo relevant training.</li> </ul> This Role is Perfect For:<ul> <li>Experienced mental health professionals with a passion for advocacy and intervention.</li> <li>Individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</li> <li>Those seeking to make a real difference in the lives of others.</li> </ul> Ready to take the first step? Working for our organisation Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life. We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people across the county. The Trust (rated Good overall by the CQC and Outstanding for care) has 3,283 staff working in 66 buildings across 33 locations, covering an area of 1,450 square miles. You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones. The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service. Detailed job description and main responsibilities In this role, you will play a vital part in providing holistic, patient-centered care. You'll conduct comprehensive assessments, considering all aspects of a patient's well-being - mental, physical, social, cultural, and more. By working collaboratively with patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals, you'll develop personalized care plans that address their unique needs. As a clinical leader, you'll champion best practices and quality improvement initiatives. This is a chance to make a significant impact on the care provided within our setting. Do you have the skills and passion to thrive in this role?<ul> <li>Excellent assessment skills, considering all aspects of patient well-being</li> <li>Strong communication and collaboration abilities</li> <li>Commitment to person-centered care</li> <li>Passion for quality improvement</li> </ul> We offer a rewarding work environment with opportunities for professional development. If you're ready to take your nursing career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Person specification Experience Essential criteria<ul><li>Registered on NMC</li> <li>One year experience at Band 5 or above in hospital or community health care</li> <li>Evidence of continued professional development, appropriate to role</li> <li>Clear understanding of CPA and care coordination role</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Post-registration certificate ENB 998. Possession of specialist nursing or other relevant highter academic or skills focussed awards</li> <li>Post registration mentorship qualification</li> </ul>Skills/Knowledge Essential criteria<ul><li>Good IT skills</li> <li>Good understanding of the principles of the Recovery Approach</li> </ul>Desirable criteria<ul><li>Excellent IT skills</li> <li>Understanding of interagency skills</li> <li>Previous experience in the field of work</li> </ul>Important Information: In cases where we receive a high volume of applications for a post, it may be necessary to bring the closing date forward. Please submit your completed application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Due to the high volume of applications received, it is not possible to respond individually to your application. Should you not hear from us within six weeks of the vacancy closing, please assume that your application has not been successful. Probation Period. New employees external to the trust are subject to a six-month probationary period. To deliver an effective service it is essential in some of our roles that you are able to travel between work bases in a timely manner. Production of false or forged documents/qualifications in order to obtain employment is a criminal offence and will be reported to the Police. Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Certain roles are subject to criminal record checks called Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. Therefore, you will be required to submit a completed Disclosure form to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust are signed up to NHS England's Sexual Safety in Health Care Organisational Charter The trust takes a systematic zero-tolerance approach to tackle any unwanted, inappropriate and/or harmful sexual behaviours within the workplace and in our care provision. We are committed to sexual safety which encompasses prevention, support and decisive action against perpetrators. We are committed to keeping you and our

Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust

Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Careers at Kent & Medway Mental Health NHS Trust

Mental Health Practitioner - Duty Worker

JOB-20241107-dbb7e2c9


<h2>Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Duty and Intervention Team</h2>

Specialism: specialist mental health services 
 Location: States of Guernsey, UK 
 Salary: £46,152 - £62,310 per annum 
 Contract: permanent 
 Working pattern: full time


<h3>Job overview</h3>

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join the Duty and Intervention Team within Specialist Mental Health Services in the States of Guernsey. This team acts as a key access point for mental health services, delivering timely, effective, and person-centred interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs.

Working within a highly regarded healthcare system, you will play a pivotal role in crisis response, assessment, and intervention, contributing to high-quality outcomes and service innovation. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career while enjoying a unique island lifestyle.


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Secure full-time employment: Enjoy stability and continuity within a permanent senior role.
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Competitive annual salary: Earn between £46,152 and £62,310 per year, reflecting your skills and experience.
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Generous annual leave: Take time to relax and explore Guernsey's stunning coastline and countryside.
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Professional development: Access ongoing training, learning opportunities, and career progression support.
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Supportive working culture: Be part of an inclusive and collaborative environment that prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance.
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<h3>What you will do</h3>

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Undertake comprehensive assessments of individuals presenting with complex mental health needs.
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Develop and implement personalised, recovery-focused care and intervention plans.
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Provide high-quality crisis intervention, risk management, and safeguarding responses.
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Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinar
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Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Duty and Intervention Team

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