Community Mental Health Nurse & Care Coordinator

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned health service provider in the UK seeks a Community Mental Health Nurse for a fixed-term contract. You will manage a caseload of individuals with complex health and social care needs, focusing on recovery-based methodologies. Candidates must possess a post-2-year mental health nursing qualification and experience in community settings. The role offers professional growth through support and a competitive salary, with ample benefits including 27 days of leave plus bank holidays and relocation assistance.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Staff discounts: NHS benefits

£8,000 relocation package

Flexible working available

Qualifications

• Post-2-year appropriate mental health nursing qualification/experience.
• Experience working within community mental health teams/services.
• Understanding of responsibilities under the Mental Health Act, Care Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users with complex needs.
• Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
• Ensure compliance with Safeguarding legislation and Mental Health Act.
• Promote carer and service user involvement.

Skills

Mental health nursing qualification

Experience in community mental health teams

Understanding of Mental Health Act

Valid driving license and vehicle access

Job description

A renowned health service provider in the UK seeks a Community Mental Health Nurse for a fixed-term contract. You will manage a caseload of individuals with complex health and social care needs, focusing on recovery-based methodologies. Candidates must possess a post-2-year mental health nursing qualification and experience in community settings. The role offers professional growth through support and a competitive salary, with ample benefits including 27 days of leave plus bank holidays and relocation assistance.