Urgent Care Mental Health Practitioner – Band 6

Meeveem Limited; Basildon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + bank holidays

NHS pension up to 14.5%

£8K relocation package

Season ticket loans

Staff discounts

Job summary

The East of England NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner for a 12‑month secondment in the Mental Health Urgent Care Department at Basildon University Hospital.

The post holder will conduct biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+, develop care plans, ensure timely documentation, and contribute to recovery through evidence‑based practice in a new urgent care unit.

Qualifications

• Registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent.
• Degree level or equivalent education required.
• Commitment to professional development in mental health practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive assessment, care and safety planning for patients attending the Urgent Care Department.
• Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with policy.
• Develop and maintain specialist clinical skills in assessment and treatment of mental health needs.
• Receive, triage and assess patients ensuring appropriate triage, assessment and support.
• Advise on management of patients with mental health issues to other professionals.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Care planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Clinical leadership

Education

RMN registration

Degree level

Job description

The East of England NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner for a 12‑month secondment in the Mental Health Urgent Care Department at Basildon University Hospital.

The post holder will conduct biopsychosocial assessments for adults 18+, develop care plans, ensure timely documentation, and contribute to recovery through evidence‑based practice in a new urgent care unit.