Mental Health Practitioner in Salford inSalford PUBLISHED WED 16 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
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We are looking for an enthusiastic mental health practitioner to join our small friendly, nurse led team.
You will require experience of working in a mental health setting and awareness of delivery of community mental health care.
You will hold and manage a caseload of people (for up to 6 months) facilitating assessment, care planning, sign posting, short term interventions and safe discharge. Your role will also include liaison with other multi agency services.
The team covers an ethnically and culturally diverse area, and you will have the opportunity to work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, and with a wide range of psychosocial needs. By assessing your clients and their carers needs you will be able to access and sign post to a wide range of community resources and provider services available in the local area.
As we recognise the importance of supporting our staff to achieve an effective work-life balance and also maintain positive wellbeing, we work with staff to develop ways of supporting flexible working for them.
Assessments, care planning, psychosocial interventions, safeguarding and care connecting.
We work closely with probation, approved premises and Greater Manchester Police as part of safe risk management.
At times we work in a liaison role with our partner agencies - supporting vulnerabilities and mental health concerns.
Please See The Attached Job Description For All Duties
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Janay StephensBailey Job title: Team Manager Email address:
Joanna Donnellan
Operational
You will require experience of working in a mental health setting and awareness of delivery of community mental health care.
You will hold and manage a caseload of people (for up to 6 months) facilitating assessment, care planning, sign posting, short term interventions and safe discharge. Your role will also include liaison with other multi agency services.
The team covers an ethnically and culturally diverse area, and you will have the opportunity to work with clients from a wide range of backgrounds, and with a wide range of psychosocial needs. By assessing your clients and their carers needs you will be able to access and sign post to a wide range of community resources and provider services available in the local area.
As we recognise the importance of supporting our staff to achieve an effective work-life balance and also maintain positive wellbeing, we work with staff to develop ways of supporting flexible working for them.
Assessments, care planning, psychosocial interventions, safeguarding and care connecting.
We work closely with probation, approved premises and Greater Manchester Police as part of safe risk management.
At times we work in a liaison role with our partner agencies - supporting vulnerabilities and mental health concerns.
Please See The Attached Job Description For All Duties
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Janay StephensBailey Job title: Team Manager Email address:
Joanna Donnellan
Operational
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Mental Health Practitioner in the UK, you typically need a combination of educational qualifications, relevant experience, and specific skills. Here are some key areas to focus on:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology, social work, nursing, or a related field is usually required.
2. Postgraduate Training: For some roles, a postgraduate qualification in mental health or a specific area (e.g., counselling, psychotherapy) may be necessary.
3. Registration: Depending on your profession (e.g., nurse, social worker), you may need to be registered with appropriate regulatory bodies such as the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) or Social Work England.
Skills:
1. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, their families, and other professionals.
2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to understand and share the feelings of others helps build trust and rapport with clients.
3. Active Listening: Being able to listen attentively and without judgment is crucial for effective assessment and support.
4. Assessment Skills: Skills in conducting mental health assessments to determine the needs and risks of clients.
5. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to develop and implement care plans tailored to the individual needs of clients.
6. Crisis Management: Skills to assess situations effectively and respond appropriately to crises.
7. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse cultural backgrounds and their impact on mental health.
8. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
9. Clinical Skills: For certain roles, knowledge of therapeutic techniques and interventions (CBT, DBT, etc.) may be required.
10. Organisational Skills: Strong organisational abilities to manage case loads and documentation efficiently.
11. Resilience and Self-Care: Ability to manage your own mental health and well-being while working in a demanding environment.
Additional Considerations:
- Personal Experience: Some practitioners benefit from personal experience with mental health, either through their own challenges or through connections with family and friends.
- Continued Professional Development (CPD): Engaging in regular training and professional development to stay updated with the latest research and practices in mental health.
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