Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner - SPA

Sanctuary Personnel; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Skill enhancement

Professional development

Prime location

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner for the Single Point of Access (SPA) in Euston, London. This full-time locum position offers a dynamic, patient-centered environment within a trusted NHS framework.

You will perform timely clinical screening, triage referrals, risk assessments and determine appropriate care pathways, including referral to secondary care where needed.

Qualifications

• NMC Registration is required.
• Experience in community mental health settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct timely clinical screening and triaging of referrals.
• Implement robust risk assessments to guide clinical decisions.
• Assess high-risk or complex patients and provide management advice and interventions.
• Determine suitable pathways including secondary care referrals or community signposting.
• Direct administrative staff to update referral outcomes in RiO.
• Facilitate transfers to secondary care when necessary.
• Operate autonomously within mental health legal frameworks.
• Support colleagues through knowledge sharing and peer support.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for referrers, service users and families.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

RiO system experience

Education

NMC Registration

Tools

RiO

Job description

Job Title: Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner – Single Point of Access (SPA)
Specialism: Mental Health / Community Mental Health
Location: Euston, London
Salary: Up to £31 per hour
Type: Full-time, Locum – Duration to be confirmed

Step into an exciting role as a Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner in the thriving area of Euston, London. In this full-time position, you'll be joining a team at the Single Point of Access (SPA), offering flexibility and valuable experience in mental health care. Whether you're seeking to expand your skills or enjoy a fresh challenge, this role is for you. This position offers a handsome hourly rate of up to £31, with the contract duration still to be confirmed.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum flexibility: Enjoy variety in your work life, with the freedom to balance your personal commitments while earning a competitive hourly wage.
• Skill enhancement: Work with diverse cases, enhancing your existing skills and knowledge.
• Professional development: Benefit from ongoing training and educational opportunities to expand your expertise.
• Prime location: Work in Euston, a vibrant hub with excellent transport links and a wealth of social and cultural activities to enjoy.

What you will do

• Conduct timely clinical screening and triaging of referrals.
• Implement robust risk assessments to guide clinical decisions and appropriate signposting.
• Assess high-risk or complex patients, providing management advice and clinical interventions in line with evidence-based guidelines.
• Determine suitable pathways for patients, including secondary care referrals or community resource signposting.
• Direct administrative staff to update referral outcomes in RiO, maintaining accurate records.
• Facilitate transfers to secondary care when necessary.
• Operate autonomously within mental health legal frameworks to make clinical decisions.
• Support the professional growth of colleagues through sharing knowledge and offering peer support.
• Act as a reliable point of contact for referrers, service users, and their families, integrating their perspectives into care planning.
• Maintain the public image of the Trust by managing referrals professionally and setting a strong example for the team.
• Use appropriate escalation procedures for complex cases, leveraging frameworks like Trusted Assessment.
• Participate in governance and regular audits to ensure high standards within the SPA.

Requirements

• NMC Registration required.

Living and working in Euston offers an exceptional blend of history and modernity. With its lively arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and close proximity to central London, Euston is a dynamic place to be. Enjoy the opportunity to work in a bustling and culturally rich environment, while making a meaningful impact on community mental health.