Crisis Clinician

TN United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for compassionate and motivated individuals to join their team as Mental Health Nurses and Allied Health Professionals. This role involves providing evidence-based interventions within acute services, ensuring timely and effective care delivery. The supportive work environment offers flexible working options, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about improving mental health and making a difference in patients' lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous pay

Pensions

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

Car leasing

NHS discounts

Counselling and wellbeing events

Qualifications

• 18 months post-qualifying experience with sign-off of preceptorship.
• Evidence of CPD and clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessments and brief clinical interventions.
• Develop and implement care plans within the Intensive Home Based Treatment Pathway.
• Conduct clinical risk assessments and advocate for patients.

Skills

Leadership and team coordination skills

Effective communication of complex information

Experience working in community mental health settings

Education

Current registration with an approved professional body

Leadership or management qualification

Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area

Job description

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Job Overview

We are seeking caring, compassionate, energetic, and motivated individuals passionate about improving mental health. This Band 6 position is open to Mental Health Nurses and Allied Health Professionals registered with NMC, HCPC, or SWE.

The role involves providing evidence-based interventions within the acute services pathway, including crisis assessment, safety, and home treatment. The team operates 24/7, offering services such as crisis telephone support, assessment, and intensive home treatment.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessments and brief clinical interventions.
• Develop and implement care plans within the Intensive Home Based Treatment Pathway.
• Ensure timely, effective, and integrated care delivery.
• Promote a recovery-focused approach empowering patients and carers.
• Conduct clinical risk assessments and act as an advocate for patients and relatives.
• Support patients in managing disabilities, loss, and change, respecting their rights and dignity.
• Maintain accurate documentation in shared records.

About the Trust

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including generous pay, pensions, flexible working options, career development opportunities, car leasing, NHS discounts, and additional benefits like counselling and wellbeing events. We value our staff and aim to foster a supportive work environment.

Additional Details

• Post posted: 17 April 2025
• Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per year (pro rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Location: Foss Park Hospital, York

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Current registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of CPD and clinical supervision.
• 18 months post-qualifying experience with sign-off of preceptorship or competency framework.

Desirable:

• Leadership or management qualification.
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Leadership and team coordination skills.
• Effective communication of complex information.
• Experience working in community mental health settings.

Desirable:

• Experience within a Crisis Team as a Clinician.