Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner - Community Care & Recovery

LSCft; Preston; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) seeks a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Community Mental Health Team in Preston. You will deliver holistic, recovery‑focused care to adults with complex needs as part of a multidisciplinary team.

As a Band 6 Keyworker, you will manage a defined caseload, contribute to assessments and care planning, monitor risks, and support safe medication management in community settings. Experience with psychotropic meds is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in multidisciplinary team settings and collaboration.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Understanding of Mental Health Act 1983 and its application in practice.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• Ability to manage change within services.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key member of the MDT, ensuring planning, monitoring and evaluation of care.
• Liaise with a wide range of multi‑agency professionals to support service users.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Care planning & risk assessment

Mentoring students

Change management

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Registered Social Worker

CPD commitment

Job description

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) seeks a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join the Community Mental Health Team in Preston. You will deliver holistic, recovery‑focused care to adults with complex needs as part of a multidisciplinary team.

As a Band 6 Keyworker, you will manage a defined caseload, contribute to assessments and care planning, monitor risks, and support safe medication management in community settings. Experience with psychotropic meds is essential.