Senior Mental Health Practitioner

The role is dynamic and challenging, the post holder will carry out autism assessments.

Assessment is a core part of the teams work and

therefore this role, so the post-holder should have experience carrying out

assessments with people who have significant communication needs and a range of

different mental health difficulties. The service also carries out group-based

work, consultation and training to other professionals.

We are looking for an empathetic, caring individual who has experience of working with people who are neurodiverse.

You will be a clear and effective communicator, able to work collaboratively with a range of people including those who use the service. You will be passionate about making a difference in peoples lives.

You will be part of a team that is compassionate and supportive, and genuinely committed to working together with the people who use our services, their families and carers in everything that we say and do.

We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.

We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do

Our values

We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Analytical and judgement skills

Qualifications

Essential: - Health professional qualification, e.g. RMN/RMNH Occupational Therapy / Speech and Language Therapy.; - Relevant professional registration

Experience

Desirable: - Providing clinical supervision.; - Participation in user involvement in services.; - Experience of completing autism assessments

Knowledge

Communication and working relationship skills

Physical skills

Essential: - Ability to be mobile across a geographical area.; - Computer literacy.

Planning and organisational skills

Essential: - Able to work independently and as part of a team.; - Ability to manage own time and that of the teams.; - Ability to work flexibly.