Rapid-Response Mental Health Practitioner

NHS; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking an IRS Mental Health Practitioner in Lancaster to assess and manage mental health needs. You will triage individuals and collaborate with community services, acting as a shift lead to prioritize referrals based on risk. Successful candidates will have a Core Mental Health Professional qualification and strong experience in mental health assessment and crisis intervention. This role is integral to improving mental health service delivery in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of mental health problems.
• Experience of delivering evidence-based interventions.
• Evidence of assessment across a broad range of mental health problems.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess individuals with varying degrees of mental health difficulties.
• Identify appropriate community services for presenting needs.
• Act as shift lead, screening referrals based on clinical judgment.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Education

Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification (e.g. RMN/Dip SW/OT)

Job description

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking an IRS Mental Health Practitioner in Lancaster to assess and manage mental health needs. You will triage individuals and collaborate with community services, acting as a shift lead to prioritize referrals based on risk. Successful candidates will have a Core Mental Health Professional qualification and strong experience in mental health assessment and crisis intervention. This role is integral to improving mental health service delivery in the community.