Mental Health Practitioner (CMHT) Band 6

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join their Community Mental Health Team in Preston. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of adults facing severe mental health challenges by conducting assessments and providing ongoing support. The position is full-time with a contract of up to 3 months, offering a competitive salary. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to advance their careers while making a difference in the community. If you are dedicated to improving mental health outcomes, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

FREE Basic Life Support Training

FREE Locum Registration and Clearance

FREE Fitness to Work Certificate

FREE Uniforms

FREE Online Training

Relocation Assistance

Referral Bonus up to £1000

Mileage paid at Trust rates

Dedicated Consultant for Career Development

Qualifications

• Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification required.
• Post qualification experience in mental health services is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for patients in their homes or community settings.
• Manage patient documents and perform general nursing duties.

Skills

Mental Health Professional Qualification

Experience in Mental Health Services

Teaching/Training Skills

Understanding of Mental Health Act

Medication Management

Education

Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification

Tools

Care Planning Tools

Patient Management Systems

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Mental Health Practitioner (CMHT) Band 6, Preston

Client: Direct Medics

Location: Preston, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Direct Medics Healthcare Recruitment are seeking a compassionate and skilled Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join the Community Mental Health Team based in the Preston area. This is an exciting opportunity to screen incoming referrals from primary care and undertake initial assessments as well as providing ongoing support to adults with severe and enduring and complex mental health issues.

Contract is up to 3 months initially with full-time hours required (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm). Salary from £35,392 to £42,618 a year per annum.

Responsibilities:

As a Lead Practitioner, you will coordinate care by working closely with people in their own homes or in the community to help them recover from their illness and improve their general quality of life. Responsibilities include:

• Care planning, medication management, and physical health monitoring.
• Managing patient documents and all other general nursing duties.

Requirements:

• Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification - professional Registration such as NMC, SW England.
• Post qualification experience within mental health services, with some of these within acute mental health services.
• Demonstrable experience of providing teaching/training.
• Clear understanding of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and Care Act and how this influences practice within the CMHT, inpatient and HTT settings.
• Full UK Drivers License and access to own car.
• Right to work in the UK.

Benefits:

• FREE Basic Life Support Training*
• FREE Locum Registration and Clearance.
• FREE Fitness to Work Certificate / Occupational Health Clearance.
• FREE Uniforms.
• FREE Online Training.
• Relocation Assistance*
• Up to £1000 for each referral who successfully registers and works with Direct Medics!*
• Mileage paid at Trust rates.
• Dedicated Consultant to help develop both you and your career.