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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Healthcare
  • Chester

AI generated summary

  • You must have professional registration with HCPC, Social Work England, or NMC, and access to transport for work. Clinical knowledge in mental health is desirable but not essential.
  • You will conduct mental health assessments, plan crisis interventions, support young people and families, and liaise with external agencies across Cheshire and Wirral. Transport access is essential.

Requirements

  • Clinical knowledge and relevant experience of assessing and managing risk within a mental health or social care setting is highly desirable although not essential, as continuing support and development opportunities will be provided.
  • Professional registration with HCPC, Social Work England or NMC is required.
  • Access to transport for work purposes is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Key components of the role include comprehensive mental health risk assessment, planning crisis interventions and appropriately safeguarding young people.
  • You will work collaboratively to promote safety and support young people and their family/carers through face to face work and via the CWP Trust Wide Crisis Line.
  • The post also involves liaison with other services and external agencies to ensure effective pathways of care.
  • The posts will cover the Cheshire and Wirral Partnership footprint, therefore access to transport for work purposes is essential.

FAQs

Is there a relocation package available for this position?

Yes, we offer a relocation package of up to £8,000 for candidates relocating more than 40 miles from the job location.

Where will this job be located?

The Mental Health Practitioner post will be based at either Wirral or Chester.

What are the working hours for this role?

The service currently operates from 8am to 20:30pm, but it will move to a 24-hour service in April 2024. Team members typically work 11.5 hour shifts.

Is prior experience in mental health required?

Clinical knowledge and relevant experience in assessing and managing risk within a mental health or social care setting is highly desirable, but not essential, as support and development opportunities will be provided.

What qualifications do I need to apply?

Professional registration with HCPC, Social Work England, or NMC is required for this role.

Do I need to have my own transport?

Yes, access to transport for work purposes is essential as the posts will cover the Cheshire and Wirral Partnership footprint.

What kind of training will I receive?

CWP offers an induction program along with internal training, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and supervision to help you develop your skills.

Are there opportunities for career advancement?

Yes, CWP provides career development opportunities for all levels of staff, whether you are just starting your career or looking to advance into a new role.

How does CWP approach equality and diversity in recruitment?

CWP is committed to promoting equality and diversity, developing a culture that values differences, and making recruitment practices as inclusive as possible.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

You can contact Ben Toan, Team Manager UST, at ben.toan@nhs.net or by telephone at 0151 488 8345, or Lynne Shields at 01270 656360 for further details or informal visits.

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Mission & Purpose

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Cheshire and Wirral. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that enhances the well-being and quality of life for their patients. They are dedicated to offering accessible, effective, and patient-centered services to address both mental and physical health needs in the community.