Liaison Psychiatry Practitioner - Dynamic Acute Care Role

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Crewe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider invites applications for the Liaison Psychiatry Practitioner role. Located in Crewe, this Band 6 position involves enhancing the Liaison Psychiatry Service, providing prompt assessments in emergency care. Candidates must have a professional qualification in areas such as Mental Health Nursing or Social Work and experience in a mental health setting. The role offers a salary between £38,682 and £46,580 annually, with robust professional development and supervision.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in mental health settings.
• Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt response for assessments in ED.
• Support education and training for acute care staff.
• Enhance the Liaison Psychiatry Service.

Skills

Mental Health Nursing

Learning Disabilities

Social Work

Occupational Therapy

Psychotherapeutic Interventions

Education

Registered professional qualification

Evidence of further professional development

Postgraduate certificate in CBT

Tools

Information technology skills

Job description

A regional healthcare provider invites applications for the Liaison Psychiatry Practitioner role. Located in Crewe, this Band 6 position involves enhancing the Liaison Psychiatry Service, providing prompt assessments in emergency care. Candidates must have a professional qualification in areas such as Mental Health Nursing or Social Work and experience in a mental health setting. The role offers a salary between £38,682 and £46,580 annually, with robust professional development and supervision.