DOPMHS South MH Practitioner

We are looking for a practitioner with a background in Nursing, Occupational Therapy, or Social Work, with experience of working with older people with dementia and other mental health conditions. As part of the role you will be offering your professional input into the multi disciplinary team, by carrying out initial assessments as well as holding a caseload. As part of the team structure you will receive professional supervision and be able to access regular CPD sessions and training.

The successful applicant will develop their skills in carrying out assessments, formulating plans and managing a diverse caseload of service users, while maintaining high standards of documentation. The service is looking to appoint somebody who is highly motivated, enthusiastic, creative and resourceful, and who has a passion for working with older people and for developing good working relationships with carers. You will have the opportunity to forge close links with the third (voluntary) sector, as well as with other specialist teams within the Trust.

The post holder will work as an autonomous practitioner, holding continuing responsibility for a defined caseload of older people with dementia or other complex mental health needs. They will provide high-quality, person-centred care through comprehensive assessment, care planning, intervention and evaluation, ensuring that service users receive safe, effective and evidence-based support tailored to their individual needs.

The post holder will demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, effective communication skills and a commitment to delivering compassionate, recovery-focused care. They will actively promote the wellbeing, dignity and rights of service users and their families/carers, contributing to the delivery of outstanding mental health services and positive outcomes for those who access them.

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest mental health trusts in the UK, providing specialist mental health and learning disability services for children, young people and adults across Sussex, and for children and young people in Hampshire. We are proud of our reputation for delivering high-quality, compassionate care and fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace where both patients and staff are valued.

At Sussex Partnership, the wellbeing of our staff is a key priority. We recognise the vital contribution our colleagues make every day and are committed to supporting their health, wellbeing, professional development and work-life balance. As part of our team, you will have access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities, including:

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Helloor Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Qualifications

Desirable: - Experience of dementia either worked or lived; - Lone working

Knowledge/Experience