Senior Older Adult Mental Health Practitioner — Community

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ilkeston seeks a passionate Nurse or Occupational Therapist to join their Older Adult Community Mental Health Team. This role involves supporting older adults with mental health conditions by conducting assessments and providing person-centred care. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications and experience in community settings. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including flexible working and generous leave.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Yearly appraisal and ongoing training

Health service discounts

Qualifications

• Post qualification experience in the relevant field.
• Experience working with older people with functional mental health diagnoses.
• Ability to travel across the geographical area.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of a flexible, responsive local service.
• Conduct comprehensive person-centred psychosocial assessments.
• Build therapeutic relationships and develop care plans.

Skills

Experience with older adults

Community working

Time management

Education

Diploma in Nursing or Degree in Mental Health Nursing

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Ilkeston seeks a passionate Nurse or Occupational Therapist to join their Older Adult Community Mental Health Team. This role involves supporting older adults with mental health conditions by conducting assessments and providing person-centred care. Candidates should have appropriate qualifications and experience in community settings. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including flexible working and generous leave.