Senior Mental Health Practitioner (OT/ Nurse)

NHS; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health trust in Gloucester is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their Assertive Outreach Team. This role involves working with adults experiencing serious mental illness, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to thrive under pressure. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality service development and personalized care, ensuring effective integration with partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Must hold a registered mental health qualification and demonstrate post-registration experience.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development required.

Responsibilities

• Empowering individuals to lead the lives they choose.
• Providing comprehensive mental and social care.

Skills

Communication

Risk Assessment

Mental Health Knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse Mental Health (RMN)

Registered Social Worker

Occupational Therapist

European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Job description

Go back Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Senior Mental Health Practitioner (OT/ Nurse)

The closing date is 23 May 2025

Are you an experienced and motivated individual looking to join a high-performing mental health Trust?

We are excited to offer a suitably qualified Mental Health Professional Band 6 position within our established multi-disciplinary Assertive Outreach Team in Gloucester and Forest of Dean.

The successful applicant will gain valuable mental health experience within well-respected services, working in both urban and rural parts of the Forest of Dean. We are seeking a motivated individual with experience working in mental health services.

Main duties of the job

As the ideal candidate, you would be an experienced and highly competent mental health practitioner seeking a new challenge and an opportunity to make a real difference. We are looking for candidates with excellent communication skills and a passion for helping those experiencing mental health issues.

You will have the ability to build relationships with key partner agencies and help us integrate more effectively with other services. The role requires thriving in high-pressure situations and working with specialists from various professions.

We seek a motivated and innovative individual with a strong interest in working with adults with serious mental illness to join our friendly, progressive, and dynamic multidisciplinary teams providing comprehensive mental and social care. We offer an opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to high-quality service development.

You must hold a registered mental health qualification and demonstrate post-registration experience at Band 5 or above. Evidence of ongoing professional development is also required.

The teams provide a 7-day service, operating from 9-5 on weekdays and 9-1 on weekends.

For further details, please contact Kate Parkhurst at 0300 421 3317 or email [e-mail]

About us

We have a dedicated workforce of over 5,000 colleagues across 55 sites and within people's homes. We foster a welcoming culture that values civility, inclusivity, and diversity, creating a sense of belonging and trust. Our staff surveys show high engagement and satisfaction, with many colleagues recommending us as a great place to work and for care quality. We are committed to continuous improvement and making Gloucestershire a great place to work and receive care.

Job responsibilities

We are committed to embedding personalized care across all services. This involves empowering individuals to lead the lives they choose, starting with conversations about what matters to them. We emphasize effective use of our staff's skills and experience to deliver the best patient care. We invite you to share our values and join us on this important journey.

The qualification, training, and experience requirements are detailed in the Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Mental Health (RMN), Registered Social Worker, or Occupational Therapist
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Evidence of formal post-registration learning
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Experience

• Knowledge of Early Intervention, Primary Care, Recovery, Crisis Resolution & Home Treatment (CRHT), and social inclusion
• Experience working with other agencies, including the voluntary sector

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of the Mental Health Act and legal aspects of mental health care
• Skills in risk assessment and management
• Knowledge of mental health assessment approaches and evidence-based interventions
• Awareness of national mental health policies
• Up-to-date clinical knowledge, including risk assessment, dual diagnosis, and social needs
• Understanding of child protection issues
• Ability to address social factors affecting mental health, such as housing, substance misuse, domestic violence, and welfare rights

Other

This position is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 per annum (pro-rata)