MHSOP Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner

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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner to join their Intensive Home Treatment Team in Bishop Auckland. The role involves providing assessment and treatment for older adults with mental health conditions, ensuring high-quality care, and supporting patients in their homes. Candidates should have strong assessment skills and previous experience in mental health care.

Qualifications

• At least 18 months post-qualifying experience.
• Ability to manage complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety, privacy, and dignity of patients.
• Assess patients with complex needs and develop intervention plans.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Assessment Skills

Education

NMC or HCPC Registration

Job description

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MHSOP Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner, Bishop Auckland

Client:

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

c01a22f7b548

Job Views:

2

Posted:

14.05.2025

Expiry Date:

28.06.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

We are looking for dedicated, highly motivated, skilled and enthusiastic Community Senior Practitioner to join our busy Intensive Home Treatment Team in County Durham and Darlington. We provide assessment and treatment for older persons with functional and organic illness within the community setting, including supporting patients after discharge from acute hospitals, mental health hospitals, and intermediate care beds. This role involves supporting patients and carers in their own homes and providing telephone support during crises.

You will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability and experience to manage complex cases in partnership with other agencies.

There is an expectation of commitment to high-quality care development and engagement in quality improvement activities. You will receive regular management and clinical supervision and have access to training and development opportunities.

Due to the role's nature, applicants must be able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes. Adjustments can be considered under the Equality Act 2010.

Candidates must have at least 18 months post-qualifying experience, including sign-off of relevant preceptorship or competency frameworks.

Main duties of the job

• Promote and maintain safety, privacy, and dignity of all patients, respecting differences including spiritual and cultural beliefs.
• Obtain patient consent for care and treatment.
• Recognize signs of patient harm, abuse, or neglect.
• Maintain high professional standards and attitudes towards patient care.
• Assess patients with complex needs and develop, implement, and evaluate intervention plans.
• Base intervention plans on current risk assessments and evidence-based practice.
• Undertake risk assessments and devise appropriate actions and plans.
• Support patients within community settings, liaising with support services.
• Provide health education and promotion advice to patients and carers.
• Make decisions and coordinate in crisis situations, seeking advice from relevant professionals when needed.

About us

We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York, and Selby. Our teams work in partnership to provide education, prevention, crisis, and specialist care, helping our region's people feel safe, understood, and cared for. We listen to our patients and their families, working together towards better mental health. We are committed to innovative approaches that improve regional wellbeing and connect with communities to deliver effective mental health care where it's needed most. We aim to ensure everyone in our region receives the mental health support they need to lead their best lives.

Details

Date posted

12 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 per year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

346-DDM-015-25-A

Job locations

MHSOP Durham and Darlington Intensive Home Support Team, Auckland Park Hospital, Bishop Auckland, DH14 6AE

Job responsibilities

This challenging yet rewarding role offers an exciting opportunity for professionals registered with the NMC or HCPC. You should possess strong assessment and therapeutic skills, with the ability to work autonomously while contributing to the team. Previous experience working with older adults with mental health conditions is essential. The role involves collaboration with various organizations and partners to ensure appropriate patient care. As a Senior Practitioner, you will supervise and mentor junior staff and students.

There is an expectation of commitment to developing high-quality care and engaging in quality improvement activities. Regular management and clinical supervision will support your role, along with training and development opportunities. Please review the attached job description and person specification to ensure you meet the criteria before applying.