Community Mental Health Practitioner

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in London is seeking a qualified mental health nurse for a Band 6 Care Coordinator position. You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, developing tailored recovery solutions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support service users on their journey to recovery. The ideal candidate will have significant clinical experience and knowledge of Mental Health Law. This role offers a generous benefits package including flexible working options.

Benefits

Generous pay and pension package

Flexible working options

Career development programs

NHS discounts from retail brands

Childcare vouchers

Qualifications

• Qualified mental health nurse with clinical experience in a community setting.
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload and support service users.
• Understanding of Mental Health Law and the Community Care Act.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Develop recovery-focused solutions tailored to individuals' needs.
• Empower service users and act as a liaison with partner agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Clinical experience

Knowledge of Mental Health Law

Collaborative working

Job description

About the Role

Are you a qualified mental health nurse ready to make a real difference in people's lives? As a Band 6 Care Coordinator within Southwark Community Mental Health Services, you’ll play a key role in supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. This role involves leading care plans, delivering targeted interventions, and helping service users overcome barriers and build on their strengths.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Develop recovery‑focused solutions tailored to each individual’s needs.
• Empower service users to take ownership of their care while ensuring they have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
• Lead clinical discussions and support the pathway out of the CMHT.
• Act as an interface between partner agencies to ensure timely and effective transition and discharge into the wider community.
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation and relevant assessments in patient electronic records.
• Provide support to carers and manage complex needs and varying diagnoses.
• Support the client’s journey during their time under CMHT care and contribute positively in team meetings and on duty.

Qualifications & Experience

• Clinical experience and strong communication skills.
• Passion for working collaboratively to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Significant knowledge, awareness and understanding of Mental Health Law, including the Community Care Act (2015), the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Community Treatment Orders.
• Personal responsibility and professional accountability for a caseload as part of the community team.
• Ability to lead and manage the work of others as required.

Benefits

• Generous pay, pensions and leave package.
• Work‑life balance, flexible working and support for a range of flexible options.
• Career development through mentoring, coaching and talent programmes.
• Car lease and competitive deals.
• Key‑worker housing available on selected sites.
• NHS discounts up to 10% from a variety of well‑known retail brands.
• Counselling services and wellbeing events.
• Long service awards, cycle‑to‑work scheme, season ticket loan and childcare vouchers.
• Staff restaurants.