Mental Health Professional

1 week ago


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

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a leading provider of specialist mental health and community health services in the county. We are seeking a highly skilled Mental Health Professional to join our team as a Crisis Intervention Specialist.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced professional to provide high-quality mental health assessments and short-term intervention to young people experiencing mental health crisis. As a Crisis Intervention Specialist, you will work closely with the wider CAMH services in Berkshire, as well as local authority, education colleagues, and other services as required.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that is committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients. You will have the chance to develop your skills and experience in crisis intervention, working with a diverse range of clients, including children, adolescents, and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial crisis assessments for young people who have presented in crisis
  • Offer short-term intervention to stabilise the crisis, including follow-up appointments and multi-agency consultation-liaison
  • Identify ongoing care plan needs for young people and their families, ensuring they are referred to appropriate services
  • Maintain and develop key relationships with professionals external to the area of service, as well as patients and their families
  • Ensure accurate maintenance of clinical record keeping and ensure all systems, records, and data are stored and transferred correctly
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree in a relevant field, such as social work, nursing, or occupational therapy
  • Experience working with mental health and complex needs
  • Demonstrable skills in mental health assessments and formulation
  • A full UK driving license with access to a vehicle

You should also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others. A supportive approach towards colleagues and service users is essential, as is the ability to maintain professional boundaries and conduct.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of £38,890 per annum, plus benefits, including flexible working options, 27 days' annual leave rising with service, and access to a range of wellbeing tools and services. You will also receive opportunities for training and development, as well as a generous NHS pension scheme.

As a valued member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to service improvement initiatives and participate in supervisory and leadership roles. Our commitment to equal opportunities means we welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.



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