Senior Mental Health Practitioner (OT/ Nurse)

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Band 6 practitioners to join their Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team. This role involves providing essential support in high-pressure situations, ensuring the care of service users, and building strong relationships with partner agencies. Ideal candidates will have a passion for mental health and the ability to work flexibly across various shifts. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of those experiencing a mental health crisis.

Qualifications

• Experience as a mental health practitioner is essential.
• Excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the day-to-day running of the service.
• Collaborate with specialists from various professions.

Skills

Mental Health Practice

Communication Skills

Crisis Management

Job description

We are now seeking highly motivated and committed Band 6 practitioners to join us in the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assisting with the day-to-day running of the service.
2. Being professionally accountable and responsible for service users' care.
3. Building relationships with key partner agencies.
4. Working effectively in high-pressure situations.
5. Collaborating with specialists from various professions.

Requirements:

1. Experience as a mental health practitioner.
2. Excellent communication skills.
3. A passion for helping those experiencing a mental health crisis.
4. Ability to work flexibly across various shifts, including long (12-hour) and shorter (7.5-hour) shifts.

Location: Cheltenham

Shift details: The service operates 24/7, and we are looking for flexible staff to cover shifts throughout the week at varying times of the day.