Band 6 Specialist Intensive Practitioner

Medirest Signature; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Medirest Signature is seeking a motivated Band 6 Specialist Practitioner for their S.Glos intensive team. This role offers a dynamic environment for developing clinical skills and leadership abilities, particularly in mental health assessments and emergency responses. With flexible working options available, this position welcomes newly qualified social workers and offers clear pathways for progression within the team.

Qualifications

• Motivated and enthusiastic with experience in mental health.
• Support for newly qualified social workers during their ASYE.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive mental health assessments in various situations.
• Respond to emergencies for distressed and crisis-affected users.
• Participate in a thorough induction and support transition to the role.

Skills

Clinical skills

Leadership abilities

Mental health assessments

Education

Social Work qualification

Job description

Job overview

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Band 6 Specialist Practitioner to join our team. This role offers a new challenge within an ever-evolving service.

The S.Glos intensive team provides an excellent environment for developing clinical skills and leadership abilities, particularly due to the fast-paced and high-acuity nature of the service. The team has supported many clinicians with personalized training, leading to promotions and new opportunities within the team. The Band 6 clinician will work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and a minimal number of night shifts. Flexible working options are available, and part-time applications are encouraged.

Main duties of the job

The role involves delivering comprehensive mental health assessments across various situations and locations, including emergency responses for distressed and crisis-affected service users.

There will be a thorough induction and a supported transition period to facilitate adaptation to the role.

This position is also open to newly qualified social workers. According to AWP trust policy, all newly qualified social workers (NQSW) will initially be recruited at Band 5, regardless of the advertised role banding. NQSWs are expected to complete their ASYE within 2 years, with possible extensions in exceptional circumstances.

If appointed to a Band 6 role, progression to this level will be automatic upon successful completion of the ASYE. If appointed at Band 5, candidates will be eligible to apply for Band 6 vacancies after successful ASYE completion.