Older Adult Mental Health Practitioner – Community Care

NHS; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS mental health trust is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner in York and North Yorkshire. This role involves providing assessment and treatment to older adults with mental health issues as part of a multidisciplinary team. The candidate must have current professional registration and experience in mental health, along with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with service users and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current professional registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment for people with mental health issues.
• Support with clinical work across the wider team.
• Conduct cognitive and functional mental health assessments.

Skills

Communication of complex information

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Time management

Teaching and clinical supervision

ECG and venepuncture competency

Education

Current professional registration

Post-graduate qualification

Evidence of Continuing Professional Development

Job description

A regional NHS mental health trust is seeking a Community Mental Health Practitioner in York and North Yorkshire. This role involves providing assessment and treatment to older adults with mental health issues as part of a multidisciplinary team. The candidate must have current professional registration and experience in mental health, along with the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with service users and their families. This is an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment.