Crisis Practitioner

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A NHS Foundation Trust in Doncaster is looking for a crisis team practitioner to conduct assessments and support service users in crisis. The role requires a Band 6 qualified practitioner who is dynamic and motivated to provide safe and effective care. Join a passionate team committed to enhancing service quality and community support.

Qualifications

• Qualified practitioner with experience in crisis intervention.
• Passionate about delivering safe and caring services in crisis situations.
• Commitment to recovery-based approaches.

Responsibilities

• Conduct triaged assessments and interventions for service users in crisis.
• Perform telephone assessments and home visits as part of crisis management.
• Support the development of new crisis services.

Skills

Dynamic, positive, enthusiastic

Crisis management

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Permanent Band 6 qualified practitioner

Job description

Overview

37.5 hours per week. 24-hour service available in Doncaster as part of unplanned mental health services. We are offering a rare opportunity for motivated professionals to join Doncaster Crisis Team.

Responsibilities

• Triaged assessment and intervention of service users in crisis.
• Conduct telephone assessments, home visits and assessments in A&E as part of crisis management.
• Support in a new crisis service and contribute to changes in the community working age model.
• Liaise with families to support their understanding of crisis management.
• Work alongside partner organisations, third sector and peer support services with transparency and openness.

Qualifications and Experience

• Permanent Band 6 qualified practitioner.
• Dynamic, positive, enthusiastic and highly motivated to work with individuals in crisis within the community.
• Passion and desire to work with individuals in crisis delivering a caring and safe service.
• Commitment to a strengths- and recovery-based approach.

About Us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employs around 3,700 colleagues who are valued and respected. We have a wide portfolio including mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

Strategic Context

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and aim to recruit colleagues who share our passion for providing first-class care while aligning with our strategy and values. Details available via our organisation’s strategy documents: https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

Benefits and Working for Us

Further information about working for RDaSH and the benefits offered can be found at: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/ We value inclusive cultures and invite you to view our allyship resources: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

Terms and How to Apply

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here: https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Contact for Further Details

For further details or informal visits contact: Name: Sue Smith, Job title: Team Manager, Email: [e-mail], Telephone: [phone]