Advanced Mental Health Practitioner

3 months ago


Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

We are looking to recruit a full time Band 7 Advanced Mental Health Practitioner on a one-year secondment or fixed term contract. We operate a hybrid model of working where we work from our homes or from one of the Youth Justice Team bases (Reading, West Berkshire and Wokingham). You will be an enthusiastic and experienced Mental Health Practitioner, who is motivated, resilient, and flexible. You will be interested in the youth justice system and in supporting young people who have experienced adverse childhood experiences and have found themselves in trouble with the police. You would join the Berkshire CAMHS Health and Justice team which is a multidisciplinary team that supports the mental health, physical health and speech and communication needs of the young people who are working on a statutory or voluntary basis within the three Wes t Berkshire Youth Justice Teams.

To support YJT staff to screen all young people who come into YJTs for previous mental health difficulties/CAMHS input.

To provide Consultation and Advice to members of the YJT team in regard to young people with complex needs who are vulnerable and risky.

To provide mental health assessments for young people where appropriate.

To offer specific therapeutic interventions where appropriate.

To lead trauma informed multiagency formulation meetings and multiagency interventions.

To offer training to the Youth justice teams and to other professionals working with young people involved in the criminal justice system.

Engage in multi-agency and integrated working and processes.

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

**Our values at Berkshire Healthcare**:
Caring for and about you is our top priority

Committed to providing good quality, safe services

Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

**Benefits of working for us include**:
Flexible working options to support work-life balance.

27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell

Generous NHS pension scheme

Excellent learning and career development opportunities

‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme

Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants

Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality

Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.

Free parking across Trust sites

**The 4 “must haves” for this role**:
Recognised and relevant qualification (see JD) and Registration with NMC or HCPC or other recognised professional body.

Experience of working with hard to reach individuals with complex needs, dual diagnoses, and an ability to manage conflict and encourage motivation to change.

Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environment.

Car driver with ability and readiness to travel to multiple sites.

If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let’s be outstanding together.



  • Reading, United Kingdom Sanctuary Health Full time

    Sanctuary Personnel is currently seeking an experienced Band 6 Senior Mental Health Practitioner to take on a new locum opportunity based in Reading. **Location**:Reading **Contract Type**: Locum, 3-month contract **Pay Rate**: £27 per hour (assignment rate) **Shift Pattern**: Monday - Friday, 09:00 am - 17:00 pn **Requirements of the Senior Mental...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse, looking for your next role? Why not join us in this Monday to Friday 9am-5pm role based at Royal Berkshire Hospital? You’ll use your skills and experience caring for our patients who are older adults (65+) admitted to the hospital. We’re a well-established team where the work is varied and dynamic and there are...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated and experienced Advanced Mental Health Practitioner to join our esteemed Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team. As a vital member of this team, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients within their homes, helping them navigate mental health crises and avoid...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Mental Health Practitioner Band 3 - Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team, Reading Based at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading, you will work as part of the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team supporting patients in the community to avoid hospital admission. The post holder will support the delivery of care specified within the plans of care formulated and...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Mental Health Practitioner Band 3 - Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team, Reading Based at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading, you will work as part of the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team supporting patients in the community to avoid hospital admission. The post holder will support the delivery of care specified within the plans of care formulated and...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    About Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust is committed to providing high-quality mental health services to the community. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Practitioner to join our team. Role Responsibilities As a Mental Health Practitioner, you will play a vital role in assessing, planning,...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Band 5-6 Job Advert for Mental Health Practitioner / Memory Clinic Nurse / Social Worker An experienced practitioner to contribute towards maintaining our standards of high-quality care to our patients. Excellent assessment and communication skills are essential. You must be committed to older people's mental health and demonstrate a person-centred...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Operose Health Full time

    Job SummaryAre you a Prescriber looking for a new opportunity?The Potteries are seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our team.Main ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality care for patients, from initial history taking to clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care.Demonstrate safe and effective...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Operose Health Full time

    Job SummaryAre you a Prescriber looking for a new opportunity?The Potteries are seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner/Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our team.Main ResponsibilitiesProvide high-quality care for patients, from initial history taking to clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of care.Demonstrate safe and effective...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our team at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to individuals with complex mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesFormulate,...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our team at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care and support to individuals with complex mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesFormulate,...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and passionate Advanced Mental Health Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary team. As an integral part of our team, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients with complex mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesFormulate, implement, and evaluate care plans for patients with significant...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    **The must haves for this role**: Degree or masters level qualification in either Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work, with relevant registration (as per job description). Experience in working with young people with mental health and complex needs with the ability to undertake short-term therapeutic...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mental Health Specialist Practitioner to join our team at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our primary care mental health team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesWork...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Mental Health Specialist Practitioner to join our team at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our primary care mental health team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to individuals with complex mental health needs.Key ResponsibilitiesWork...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Full time

    **The must haves for you to be considered for this role**: RMN or equivalent Professional Qualification. Broad experience, gained over a minimum of 2 years, acquired by caring for Older People with mental health needs in a range of community and/or inpatient settings. Able to evidence good communications and prioritisation skills. Evidence of ability to...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    Based at Prospect Park Hospital in Reading, you will work as part of the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team supporting patients in the community to avoid h ospital admission. The post holder will support the delivery of care specified within the plans of care formulated and directed by mental health practitioners and the broader multidisciplinary team for...


  • Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity for you to join our Stabilisation Team where you will find yourself primarily working with people with emotionally unstable personality disorder. Do you feel like you never have the time or space to work with clients in real and meaningful ways? Do you find you’re left holding risks on your own? Although the work can be...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and caring Mental Health Practitioner to join our Community Older Adults Mental Health Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assessing and implementing intensive care and treatment for older adults with functional mental health problems and dementia.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload...


  • Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated and caring Mental Health Practitioner to join our Community Older Adults Mental Health Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for assessing and implementing intensive care and treatment for older adults with functional mental health problems and dementia.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload...