Crisis Care Practitioner (Staying Well)

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Crawley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Generous holiday entitlement

NHS discount schemes

Wellbeing support

Supervision & training

Job summary

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Crawley is seeking experienced Staying Well Practitioners to join our acute service. We welcome registered mental health professionals from all disciplines who can operate within a crisis care setting and support safe, person-centred care.

The role includes afternoon-evening shifts (14:00–01:00) with enhancements for evenings and weekends, and opportunities to work with a co-produced service in partnership with Waythrough.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse, Social Work England or HCPC registration current.
• Degree or diploma level with masters level equivalent relevant to the care group.
• Evidence of post registration training in relevant service area.

Responsibilities

• Support Recovery Workers in delivering person-centred care in a safe, supportive environment.
• Assist in reducing emotional distress and promoting independence for adults.
• Act as Trusted Assessor to ensure smooth transition into crisis services.
• Signpost to A&E avoided where appropriate.

Skills

Mental health experience

Crisis assessment experience

Psycho-social interventions

Safety planning knowledge

Collaborative care

Education

NMC/HCPC registration

Degree or diploma + masters level

Post-registration training

Job description

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Crawley is seeking experienced Staying Well Practitioners to join our acute service. We welcome registered mental health professionals from all disciplines who can operate within a crisis care setting and support safe, person-centred care.

The role includes afternoon-evening shifts (14:00–01:00) with enhancements for evenings and weekends, and opportunities to work with a co-produced service in partnership with Waythrough.