Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner

Integrated Care System; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS Trust is seeking a Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner to enhance the local community's mental health experience through collaboration and innovative approaches. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mental health services and strong communication skills. Opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• 18 months post-qualifying experience with sign-off of preceptorship or competency framework.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Significant experience working with individuals with mental ill health in care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to individuals presenting with mental health issues.
• Work collaboratively with service users of varying ages and their families.
• Deliver clinical interventions specific to care pathways.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Current registration with an approved professional body

Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area

Job description

Go back Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner

The closing date is 10 August 2025

Come and join the Middlesbrough Community team. We are looking for an experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our journey to change and improve the local community's experience with mental health services, adopting a "no wrong door approach".

We encourage staff to visit our bases, discuss opportunities, and get to know the MDT. We will support you to expand your knowledge and expertise, with opportunities to develop special interests such as substance misuse and psychological interventions.

The interventions team will provide complex interventions supporting people with severe and enduring mental health conditions, working with multi-agency partners. The Community Hub CMHT will support short-term interventions in collaboration with partner agencies and voluntary organizations.

You will be a valued team member and will develop excellent working relationships with partners and stakeholders. This innovative approach offers opportunities for growth and professional development.

You can expect regular supervision and support from a cohesive leadership team. The service operates Monday-Friday, 9-5pm; flexibility, part-time, or job share options can be considered.

Main duties of the job

As a team member, you will provide services to individuals presenting with mental health issues, focusing on psychologically informed brief interventions.

You will work collaboratively with service users of varying ages and needs, as well as their carers and families.

You should have significant experience working with people with mental ill health in care settings, delivering clinical interventions specific to care pathways.

You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex cases in partnership with other agencies. You will further develop skills in psychological therapies, psychosocial interventions, and care management.

You will encourage ongoing engagement from staff using effective leadership skills. You should use your own initiative and make independent decisions.

An commitment to high-quality care and engagement in quality improvement activities is expected. You will receive regular management and clinical supervision.

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

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 with patients, communities, and partners to provide education, prevention, crisis, and specialist care, helping our region feel safe, understood, and cared for.

We support recovery journeys and listen to everyone in our care to ensure they feel understood. Our patients, families, and carers work with us towards better mental health.

We are committed to innovative approaches that improve regional wellbeing, connecting with communities to deliver needed mental health care.

We aim to ensure everyone in our region has access to the mental health care they need to lead fulfilling lives.

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for detailed information to ensure you meet the role criteria before applying.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Current registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• For nurses: MIP, FLIP, ENB 998, or City & Guilds 730 in Adult Education.
• 18 months post-qualifying experience with sign-off of preceptorship or competency framework.
• Recognized sign-off mentor or clinical educator, achieved within the specified timescale.
• Literacy, numeracy, and IT skills at Level 2 or equivalent.
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area.

Experience

• Significant experience working with individuals with mental ill health in care settings.
• Experience working collaboratively with service users and families/carers.
• Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups.
• Mentoring or facilitating students on placement.
• Leadership or management experience.
• Experience working with mental health in community settings.

Knowledge

• Post-graduate level knowledge of evidence-based mental health practice.
• Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
• Knowledge of Care Programme Approach and risk assessment/management.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A disclosure submission will be required.

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust