Senior Mental Health Practitioner
(12 months NHS experience is mandatory)
Grade: Band 6
Location: Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Contract Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Shift Pattern: 24/7 Rota
Duration: ASAP - 14th January 2025
Pay Rate: £25 - £30
Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join the CYP Crisis Response Team at Knowsley Resource and Recovery Centre. This role requires an experienced mental health nurse or practitioner who will play a critical role in delivering mental health services for children and young people (CYP) in crisis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide mental health assessments, intervention, and crisis management.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
- Offer support to patients, families, and carers.
- Contribute to care planning and risk assessment in line with service standards.
- Liaise with other healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care.
Requirements:
- Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) or equivalent qualification.
- Experience working in crisis response or inpatient mental health settings.
- Strong communication and team-working skills.
- Ability to work across a 24/7 rota.
To apply, please submit your updated CV with the job reference number: BS/10220/RMN1.