Older Adults Mental Health Practitioner – Home Treatment Team

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner to support older adults with functional mental health issues. This part-time position (22.5 hours per week) involves working in a new team aimed at avoiding hospital admissions through home treatment. Candidates should be registered mental health nurses or occupational therapists with relevant qualifications and experience. The role offers development opportunities and staff perks, making it an exciting opportunity in mental health care.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loans

NHS discounts for staff

Excellent Training facilities

Buying and Selling annual leave scheme

Flexible Employer

Qualifications

• Registered Mental health Nurse or Occupational Therapist with relevant qualifications.
• Evidence of personal and professional development in contemporary mental health practice.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support older adults with functional mental health issues.
• Provide home treatment with a Home First approach.
• Work with existing community services.

Skills

Ability to prioritize workload and competing demands

Time management skills

Ability to build relationships

Judgement and decisiveness

Education

Registered Mental health Nurse or Occupational Therapist

Educated to Degree Level

Non-medical Independent prescriber

Job description

A healthcare provider in Chelmsford is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner to support older adults with functional mental health issues. This part-time position (22.5 hours per week) involves working in a new team aimed at avoiding hospital admissions through home treatment. Candidates should be registered mental health nurses or occupational therapists with relevant qualifications and experience. The role offers development opportunities and staff perks, making it an exciting opportunity in mental health care.