Mental Health Liaison Practitioner - 24/7 Acute Care

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health organization in Leicester seeks a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join their Mental Health Liaison Service, providing urgent assessments and support in acute medical settings. Candidates must be RMN, OT, or social workers with a commitment to high-quality patient care and collaborative decision-making. The role emphasizes working within a multidisciplinary team to enhance mental health awareness and care delivery.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced RMN, OT or social worker with relevant post-registration experience.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in handling complex and challenging referrals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient-centred assessments and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with service users and families for treatment facilitation.
• Provide general advice and liaison to support patient care.

Skills

Autonomy

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Experience in mental health

Education

Relevant post-registration experience as RMN, OT, or social worker

Job description

A public health organization in Leicester seeks a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join their Mental Health Liaison Service, providing urgent assessments and support in acute medical settings. Candidates must be RMN, OT, or social workers with a commitment to high-quality patient care and collaborative decision-making. The role emphasizes working within a multidisciplinary team to enhance mental health awareness and care delivery.