Veterans Mental Health Specialist (Hybrid)

Avon And Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership Nhs Trust; Weston-super-Mare; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider is seeking a Specialist Practitioner for a crucial role in supporting veterans' mental health in the Plymouth, Cornwall, and Devon area. The position involves providing tailored liaison and advice to veterans navigating mental health services. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and skills in assessing complex needs while demonstrating empathy and effective communication. This role offers a hybrid working model, combining online and face-to-face interactions to ensure comprehensive care.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Skilled in engaging with ex-British Armed Forces and assessing their mental health needs.
• Ability to provide education and support to families and carers.
• Competent in delivering person-centred mental health care.

Responsibilities

• Provide liaison and support services for veterans.
• Coordinate care from referral to discharge.
• Deliver nursing care through various means, including face-to-face and online.

Skills

Engagement skills

Clinical assessment

Empathy

Communication

Advocacy

Education

Relevant professional qualification in healthcare

Job description

A mental health service provider is seeking a Specialist Practitioner for a crucial role in supporting veterans' mental health in the Plymouth, Cornwall, and Devon area. The position involves providing tailored liaison and advice to veterans navigating mental health services. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and skills in assessing complex needs while demonstrating empathy and effective communication. This role offers a hybrid working model, combining online and face-to-face interactions to ensure comprehensive care.