Senior Community Mental Health Practitioner (Older Adults)

Devon Partnership NHS Trust; Exmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner based in Exmouth. The successful candidate will manage elderly clients with complex mental health needs, devising individualized care plans while working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include overseeing care, conducting assessments, and providing evidence-based interventions. Ideal applicants should hold a relevant mental health qualification and offer significant community experience. This role promises development opportunities within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Professional mental health qualification and registration.
• Substantial experience managing complex caseloads.
• Experience within community mental health settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct care for vulnerable clients.
• Develop individual recovery plans.
• Perform clinical assessments for various mental health conditions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Clinical assessment skills

Understanding of recovery principles in Mental Health

Ability to manage change positively

Engagement with clients experiencing diverse mental health presentations

Education

RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent

Chartered Clinical Psychologist

Training to level 3 in Safeguarding Adults

Tools

Electronic Record Keeping

Job description

A leading mental health service provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner based in Exmouth. The successful candidate will manage elderly clients with complex mental health needs, devising individualized care plans while working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include overseeing care, conducting assessments, and providing evidence-based interventions. Ideal applicants should hold a relevant mental health qualification and offer significant community experience. This role promises development opportunities within a supportive environment.