Mental Health Liaison Practitioner

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a dedicated mental health practitioner to join a proactive team at a leading NHS Trust. This role focuses on providing essential mental health support in a hospital environment, ensuring that patients receive the care they need during their stay. You will engage with multidisciplinary teams, conduct assessments, and promote recovery principles, all while working in a supportive and dynamic setting. This position not only offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care but also provides opportunities for professional development and collaboration within the community.

Qualifications

• Registered mental health practitioner with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in adult and older adult mental health care.

Responsibilities

• Support mental health and well-being of patients in a hospital setting.
• Conduct mental state assessments and provide specialist advice.

Skills

Mental Health Care

Communication Skills

Crisis Intervention

Team Collaboration

Education

RNMH, AHP, or SCW registration

Teaching or assessing qualification

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Job Description

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced mental health practitioner to join the Acute Hospital liaison service at Harrogate District Hospital. This role offers a chance to be involved in the development of a proactive, forward-thinking team. Mental health disorders are common in general hospitals and often go unrecognized or untreated, leading to longer admissions and increased healthcare costs.

The Acute Hospital liaison service comprises mental health professionals who assess and intervene for inpatients and emergency department presentations. The service operates 24/7, including night shifts, with responsibilities including assessment, support, and collaboration with hospital staff and external agencies.

Main duties of the job

• Liaising with hospital staff to support the mental health and well-being of patients admitted for physical health care but requiring mental health support.
• Responding to referrals for mental state assessments in emergency and ward settings.
• Providing specialist advice and support to facilitate mental health care.
• Representing patients' and carers' views to clinical teams to promote collaborative care.
• Working with other professionals and agencies to develop and implement safe, effective discharge plans.
• Promoting Recovery and Trauma-Informed Care principles.
• Providing training and advice to hospital staff to enhance mental health knowledge and skills.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust serving County Durham, Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. We work in partnership with communities to deliver education, prevention, crisis, and specialist care, ensuring everyone has a voice in their treatment and support.

Our mission is to improve regional mental health by connecting with communities and partners to provide accessible, effective care. We are committed to ensuring everyone in our region receives the mental health support they need to lead fulfilling lives.

Details

Date posted: 23 April 2025

Band: Band 6 (£37,338 - £44,962 per year, pro rata)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time

Location: Harrogate District Hospital, Lancaster Park Road, Harrogate, HG2 7SX

Job responsibilities

The team provides assessment, advice, signposting, and intervention for individuals over 16 presenting with mental health issues, including complex and comorbid conditions. The service facilitates prompt access to psychiatric assessment and collaborates closely with hospital and community services. It operates 24/7, supporting discharge, transition, and outreach activities to reduce readmissions and promote stability.

Person Specification

Qualifications (Essential):

• RNMH, AHP, or SCW registration with NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England.
• Teaching or assessing qualification (e.g., MIP, FLIP, ENB 998, City & Guilds 730) or must be achieved within an agreed timeframe.
• Evidence of CPD, clinical supervision, and sign-off mentorship.

Experience (Essential):

• Significant recent experience in adult and older adult mental health care.
• Experience working with dementia, managing caseloads, and working within multidisciplinary teams.

Knowledge (Essential):

• Evidence-based practice in mental health, understanding of physical and mental health co-morbidities, and relevant legislation.

Skills and Attributes (Essential):

• Ability to interpret complex information, communicate effectively, lead, supervise, and work flexibly in challenging circumstances.