Senior Mental Health Therapist – Triage & Therapy Lead

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated professional to join its Talking Therapies service in Peterborough. The role involves triaging referrals, providing telephone assessments, and ensuring compliance with the NHS guidelines. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of mental health legislation, contributing to a collaborative environment while upholding professional standards. Flexible working patterns are required, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health or related field.
• Understanding of NHS regulations and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Offer same day triage of referrals.
• Co-ordinate and lead for shifts as required.
• Provide telephone clinical triage of referrals.

Skills

Excellent telephone communication skills

Knowledge of Government legislation

Clinical assessment skills

Education

Relevant professional qualifications

Job description

A local healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated professional to join its Talking Therapies service in Peterborough. The role involves triaging referrals, providing telephone assessments, and ensuring compliance with the NHS guidelines. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of mental health legislation, contributing to a collaborative environment while upholding professional standards. Flexible working patterns are required, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and effective communication.