Specialist Practitioner for Mental Health

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health services. As a Mental Health Specialist, you will provide expert advice, support the development of mental health strategies, and foster strong relationships with patients and clinical teams. This role offers numerous personal development opportunities and the chance to make a significant impact in the community. If you are passionate about mental health and want to work in a diverse and supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Expertise in mental health assessment and treatment.
• Strong communication skills for complex information sharing.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on mental health care and legal aspects.
• Support development and implementation of mental health strategies.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Legal Aspects of Detention

Patient Support

Job description

Job Title: Mental Health Specialist

To operationally deliver a high-quality service of mental health expertise to our patients, families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide expert advice on the care of mental health patients, including legal aspects of detention, risk assessment, mental health assessment and treatment, environmental risk assessment, restraint, and involuntary administration of medication.
2. Support the Lead Mental Health Practitioner in developing and implementing the trust's Mental Health Strategy, ensuring services are developed, delivered, and evaluated to meet frontline professional and operational priorities.
3. Communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively across multiple organizations, fostering strong relationships with patients, families, clinical teams, and external partners. Present complex information verbally and in writing, as appropriate.
4. Provide support to patients, carers, and trust staff. Participate in joint planning meetings to facilitate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
5. Manage Mental Health Act section papers, liaising with Nottinghamshire Healthcare Trust to ensure compliance with correct processes.
6. Support the review and evaluation of regional and national guidelines, including the Nottingham/Nottinghamshire ICB Mental Health Strategy, and develop links with external partners to implement actions across the organization.
7. Act as a visible leader across clinical areas, advising staff on the management of Mental Health Act section papers and providing education on caring for patients with mental health concerns.

About Us:

With over 19,000 staff, NUH is one of the largest employers in the city, supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We are committed to research, education, and innovation.

Join Our Team:

We value diversity and welcome new ideas to develop our team and deliver world-class healthcare. NUH offers numerous personal development opportunities, turning your job into a fulfilling career.

We Encourage Applications From:

• People who identify as Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic
• People with disabilities

Contact Details:

For further information or informal visits, please contact:

• Name: Simon Dejonge
• Title: Deputy Chief Nurse
• Email: [e-mail]
• Phone: [phone]

Alternatively, contact Manjeet Shehmar, Medical Director, at [e-mail].