Mental Health Nurse/OT or Social Worker Band 6

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Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Chesterfield is looking for a Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker for a Band 6 role. This position involves providing first-line assessments for individuals in acute mental health crises, coordinating treatment teams, and working in a flexible capacity. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and current professional registration. They are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all staff and patients. Offering competitive salaries and benefits, this role is vital for community mental health service delivery.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days annual leave, increasing with service

Yearly appraisal and training opportunities

Health service discounts

Employee assistance program 24/7

Qualifications

• Previous and relevant post-registration experience required.
• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary team is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide first line assessments of people experiencing acute mental health difficulties.
• Conduct rapid assessments for individuals vulnerable to hospital admission.
• Coordinate the Crisis and Home Treatment Team as Duty Worker.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Crisis assessment

Client/customer satisfaction focus

Education

Qualified Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker

Current registration with relevant professional body (NMC, HCPC)

Job description

Main area Adult Mental Health Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract 6 months (Fixed term or Secondment) Hours

• Full time
• Part time
• Flexible working

37.5 hours per week (part time hours considered) Job ref 383-ACA-6228-25

Employer Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Hartington Unit Town Chesterfield Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 28/12/2025 23:59

Mental Health Nurse/OT or Social Worker Band 6

NHS AfC: Band 6

Want to make a real difference and have a truly rewarding career? Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

We’ve been rated ‘good’ overall by the CQC, with some outstanding services. The CQC commented at our most recent inspection on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We take pride in our “People First Culture” which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues that are fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

Job overview

Are you a dynamic, confident and motivated Mental Health Nurse/Occupational Therapist or Social Worker with excellent communication skills with the ability to assess and lead on clinical decision making.

If so we would really like to hear from you.

This is an exciting role, working in a fast paced working environment, within a well-established, multi-disciplinary team. The crisis and home treatment teams offer a high quality assessment and home treatment service as an alternative to hospital admission, to individuals experiencing acute mental health crisis.

As a service we are looking for individuals who are genuinely warm and engaging and focussed on client / customer satisfaction.

Secondment opportunity or fixed term contracts for up to 12 months

We also offer full time and part time working.

If you are applying for a secondment you must obtain prior approval from your current line manager before submitting your application.

Main duties of the job

• To provide first line assessments of people experiencing acute mental health difficulties and act as gatekeepers to acute admissions.
• To be able to rapidly assess people with mental health problems whom are vulnerable to hospital admission
• To provide specialist crisis assessments looking at the focus being on “hospital at home”.
• To co‑ordinate the Crisis and Home Treatment Team on a shift by shift basis, acting as Duty Worker to triage referrals, plan the shifts activities and team accordingly.
• To participate in team MDMs.

Working for our organisation

Join 'Team Derbyshire Healthcare' and become part of a talented, compassionate and enthusiastic workforce committed to a vision of ‘making a positive difference in people's lives’.

CQC rated us as 'GOOD’ overall, commenting on how our colleagues “treated patients with compassion and kindness” and “felt positive and proud about working for the trust.”

Benefits include:

• Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
• 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years’ service
• Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
• Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
• Health service discounts and online benefits
• Incremental pay progression
• Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7
• Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
• Structured learning and development opportunities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Person specification

Experience

• Previous and relevant post-registration experience

Qualifications

• Qualified Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker
• Current registration with the relevant professional body, eg NMC, HCPC, Social Work England

Other

• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post.

Additional Information

Flexible Working

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.

Disability Confident Employer

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or email [e-mail] and we will be happy to provide assistance.

DBS Checks

The cost of undertaking a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month’s salary.

This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.