Community Forensic MH Practitioner Band 5/6 Path+£3k Bonus

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent NHS Trust in Chertsey is looking for a Community Forensic Mental Health Practitioner to coordinate patient care and conduct mental health assessments. This Band 5 role provides a development pathway to Band 6 within 12 months, emphasizing collaborative work with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must have a relevant professional qualification, at least 6 months of post-qualification experience in a mental health setting, and a driving license. A £3000 new hire bonus is also available.

Benefits

£3000 New Hire Bonus

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Free parking

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months experience at Band 5 in a mental health setting.
• Evidence of post qualification study is necessary.
• Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act related to forensic mental health.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility of care-coordinating a caseload of patients within the community setting.
• Work effectively with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure patient care.
• Conduct mental health assessments in various settings.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Professional Qualification as RMN or OT or SW

Membership of a professional body (NMC, HCPC or SWE)

Tools

Driving License suitable for use in the UK

Job description

A prominent NHS Trust in Chertsey is looking for a Community Forensic Mental Health Practitioner to coordinate patient care and conduct mental health assessments. This Band 5 role provides a development pathway to Band 6 within 12 months, emphasizing collaborative work with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must have a relevant professional qualification, at least 6 months of post-qualification experience in a mental health setting, and a driving license. A £3000 new hire bonus is also available.