Crisis Team Senior Practitioner

NHS; Halifax; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their dedicated team in Halifax. The role involves providing skilled interventions to patients with mental health issues, coordinating care delivery within a multi-disciplinary framework. With a focus on high-quality patient care, the position offers opportunities for professional development while ensuring the support and well-being of service users and their families.

Qualifications

• Current NMC or HCPC registration required.
• Experience of managing complex mental health problems.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervision skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for assessments, care-planning and coordination of care delivery.
• Deliver safe and effective mental health interventions.
• Participate in service development and governance.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

RMN Current NMC registration

Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current HCPC registration

Job description

Job summary

37.5 Hours per week

The post holder will be responsible for assessments, risk management, care-planning, and co-ordination of care delivery within a team approach.

You should be forward thinking, proactive and it is essential that you are willing to work flexibly as part of a 7-day week service, which includes shifts and working weekends and nights. The ability to form effective working relationships with fellow professionals, your team colleagues and service users is an essential requirement of the job and its a key requirement that you bring compassion to the role as the team engage with people in their daily lives.

The team provide treatment of acutely unwell patients in their own homes as an alternative to hospital admission and gatekeep service users to determine if admission is required. We also coordinate assessment and care for people detained under section 136 MHA in the locality.

A car driver and access to a car is essential to this post. A period of induction will be available for the successful candidate.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to protect patients.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

Main duties of the job

The trust and Team value carers and the support they provide to service users and have previously been finalists in the trust excellence awards for our dedication to carers. You will be expected to embrace this approach in your work and promote the co-production of care, involving carers whenever possible and ensuring that they are supported with their role.

You would be joining a professional supportive team and benefit from structured supervision, in house reflective practice groups and special interest groups which promote new ideas and learning for the team.

Triage and assessment of referrals into the service, liaising frequently with partner agencies and wider professionals.

Deliver community and hospital based urgent assessments and intensive home based treatment.

Coordinate shifts as triage on an allocated shift basis.

Coordinate 136 referrals on an allocated shift basis.

Contribute to bed management out of working hours

In reach to acute wards to support timely safe discharges.

Delivering safe effective care regarding the teams two crisis beds.

At the time of advertising, this role does meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. We look forward to receiving your application.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details Date posted

09 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-CK2235

Job locations

Willowdale

Calderdale Royal Hospital

Halifax

HX3 0PW

Job description Job responsibilities

The individual has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as part of the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team and in the role of Senior Mental Health Practitioner for the Mental Health Liaison Service (if applicable to the business continuity of services).

Management of team caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.

Provision of leadership to the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and their carers in line with national and local practice standards e.g. NICE.

Supervision and support of other team members.

Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.

Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers.

Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved.

Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.

Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.

Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.

Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.

Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with IHBT team operational Policy and participates in the team 24 hour duty rota including on call system (if applicable to the business continuity of the service).

Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Job description Job responsibilities

The individual has continuing responsibility for the provision of skilled interventions to people with mental health problems in the community. Works within a multi-disciplinary team as part of the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team and in the role of Senior Mental Health Practitioner for the Mental Health Liaison Service (if applicable to the business continuity of services).

Management of team caseload in line with C.P.A. procedures and risk management protocols.

Provision of leadership to the Intensive Home Based Treatment Team in respect of psycho-social interventions to people and their carers in line with national and local practice standards e.g. NICE.

Supervision and support of other team members.

Participation in service development and clinical governance structures.

Assesses needs and identifies problems relevant to the care of people referred.

Devises a plan of care in partnership with the person and carers.

Implements the planned programme of care to ensure a high standard is achieved.

Reviews the effectiveness of the care provided and where appropriate initiates any action.

Advises and supports the person and carers to promote health and well-being and to prevent illness.

Recognises situations that may be detrimental to the health and well-being of the person and initiates action that may be required.

Establishes and maintains satisfactory communication with all agencies involved in the persons care in both hospital and community.

Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

Management of enquiries and direct referrals of people in accordance with IHBT team operational Policy and participates in the team 24 hour duty rota including on call system (if applicable to the business continuity of the service).

Maintain professional registration and demonstrate commitment to statutory codes of practice and continued professional development requirements.

Responsible for acting up in the absence of the team leader.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms.Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential

• Ability to work shifts covering a 24 hours/7 day week servicing including on-calls. (if applicable to the service).
• Time management.
• Self-direction.
• Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable.
• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
• Autonomy.
• Diplomacy.
• Leadership skills.

Training Essential

• Assessment and care planning skills.
• Risk assessment and risk management.
• Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence.

Physical Attributes Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Special Knowledge & Skills Essential

• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach.
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
• Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
• Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager.
• Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity.
• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carer services/ issues.

Desirable

• Proven activity in audit.
• Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.

Experience Essential

• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems.
• Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
• Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions.
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
• Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
• Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
• Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
• Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a crisis/resolution model.

Qualifications Essential

• RMN Current NMC registration .
• Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current HCPC registration.
• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
• Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.

Person Specification Personal Attributes Essential

• Ability to work shifts covering a 24 hours/7 day week servicing including on-calls. (if applicable to the service).
• Time management.
• Self-direction.
• Reliability, enthusiasm, motivation, flexible resourcefulness, adaptable.
• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).
• Autonomy.
• Diplomacy.
• Leadership skills.

Training Essential

• Assessment and care planning skills.
• Risk assessment and risk management.
• Relevant post-registration qualifications and / or training.
• Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Successful completion of venepuncture course and able to demonstrate competence.

Physical Attributes Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

Special Knowledge & Skills Essential

• Working knowledge of recent government legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Health & Safety, Care Programme Approach.
• Able to work incorporating principles of Clinical Governance.
• Proven skills in partnership working with people who use services and their carers.
• Shows awareness of equality and diversity and is able to incorporate this into care planning and the delivery of care. Ability to act up in the absence of the team manager.
• Knowledge of using IT systems to record clinical activity.
• Knowledge of audit processes.
• Knowledge of carer services/ issues.

Desirable

• Proven activity in audit.
• Knowledge and skills in specialist areas such as dual diagnosis, peri-natal mental health, working with people experiencing psychosis, working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.

Experience Essential

• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing people experiencing complex mental health problems.
• Experience of supporting and supervising colleagues/students/trainees.
• Experience of using IT systems to support, record and monitor clinical activity.
• Can demonstrate skills in assessing and managing risk in a variety of settings.
• Proven ability in assessing the needs and strengths of people and their carers Experience of delivering a range of therapeutic interventions.
• Working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment and co-working with other teams and professions within team meetings, case conferences and professional meetings.
• Ability to support colleagues with day-to-day caseload management including prioritisation of responsibilities in times of high clinical demand.
• Ability to promote and develop links with other professionals for e.g practitioners within long term conditions, primary care.
• Evidence of knowledge and application in practice of national guidance and standards, e.g. NICE, CQC, CQUINs.
• Experience of working holistically with older adults in a bio psycho-social model of care with emphasis on physical ill health that impacts on mental wellbeing.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a crisis/resolution model.

Qualifications Essential

• RMN Current NMC registration .
• Social Worker/Occupational Therapist-current HCPC registration.
• Experience of mentoring/supporting learners or ability to demonstrate the skills required for effective mentoring.
• Practice Education/Practice Assessor Preparation Certificate.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Willowdale

Calderdale Royal Hospital

Halifax

HX3 0PW

Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Willowdale

Calderdale Royal Hospital

Halifax

HX3 0PW

Employer's website

https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)