Assertive Outreach Team - Mental Health Practitioner

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local NHS organization in Bridgwater is seeking a registered mental health practitioner to join their Assertive Outreach Team. This role offers the chance to support individuals with serious mental illnesses and complex needs. You will work in a compassionate, multi-disciplinary team with flexible working hours and participate in team activities. Ideal candidates will have current professional registration and access to transportation. The position promises career development and NHS benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development focus

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist.
• Full driving license and access to transport with business insurance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive assessments and psychosocial interventions.
• Work collaboratively within a Community Mental Health Service.
• Contribute to clinical leadership and offer supervision.
• Participate in team development and evaluation.
• Build strong relationships with partners.

Skills

Comprehensive assessments

Evidence-based psychosocial interventions

Strengths-based approach

Team collaboration

Clinical leadership

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Assertive Outreach Team, as part of our Community Mental Health Service, based in Bridgwater. We are looking for an enthusiastic practitioner (Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist) who is keen to support people with serious mental illness (SMI) and complex needs, across a shared caseload. Our team responds rapidly to the needs of adults needing mental health advice and support. The team is established, supportive, knowledgeable and above all passionate about what they do. This opportunity is for 5 days per week (37.5 hours), 9am-5pm – with flexibility around condensed hours and start/finish times. We are a supportive, compassionate multi-disciplinary service where every person is an integral part of the team.

"Working as part of the Community Mental Health team, is one of the most rewarding roles I have undertaken. Every day is different - it is interesting, challenging and I love being able to make a difference. From the moment I started, I felt relaxed and included."

As part of our Community Mental Health Team, you can take part (or not) in team days/nights out, sweep stakes and 'secret Santa', as well as other activities. We are always open to suggestions!

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive assessments and evidence-based psychosocial interventions to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.
• Work with a collaborative, strengths-based approach within a Community Mental Health Service that operates across traditional boundaries between primary and secondary care, in close partnership with service users, the voluntary sector, and community enterprises.
• Contribute to the team’s clinical leadership and offer supervision to colleagues as agreed with the Team Manager.
• Participate in the ongoing development and evaluation of the team and wider service.
• Build strong relationships and liaise with a broad network of partners.

Qualifications

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with current registration.
• Full driving licence and permanent access to own transport with appropriate business insurance.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
• Blue Light Card access with exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, plus NHS-specific perks