Mental Health Specialist Practitioner

5 days ago


Devizes, Wiltshire, United Kingdom Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Band 6 Specialist Practitioner. This role offers an exciting opportunity for career advancement, especially for those looking to transition from inpatient to community settings or seeking a challenge in a specialist role.

The Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust provides a dynamic work environment that fosters the development of excellent clinical skills and leadership abilities. Our team has a strong focus on personalized training options, ensuring that clinicians have the necessary tools to excel in their roles. With a flexible working arrangement, including optional shifts and part-time applications, this position is ideal for those seeking a better work-life balance.

As a leading healthcare provider, we prioritize staff well-being and offer support for maintaining a healthy work environment. The new service operating hours (0730-2200) ensure that employees can maintain a reasonable quality of life outside of work.

Main Job Responsibilities
  • Triage referrals to the service and make recommendations.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments in the community setting.
  • Perform gatekeeping assessments to determine suitable admission procedures when home treatment is not feasible.
  • Participate in Mental Health Act assessments at Bluebell Place of Safety and develop home treatment plans when appropriate.
  • Implement Risk Management and Care Plans for effective home treatment, emphasizing least restrictive practice.
  • Assist with medication management and concordance within the community.
  • Provide telephone support during crisis situations.
  • Supervise Band 4 colleagues to ensure seamless team operations.


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