Crisis Practitioner - Adult Mental Health B5

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde as a Crisis Practitioner within the South Glasgow Mental Health Crisis Team, where you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, responsive care to individuals in acute distress. Working within one of the largest NHS organisations in the UK, you will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality, person-centred care. This dynamic role offers the chance to make a real difference by supporting people in their own homes as an alternative to hospital admission. You will work closely with inpatient and community services to support recovery and facilitate early discharge. NHSGGC offers a culture of learning, development and innovation, making this an excellent opportunity for both personal and professional growth. If you are motivated to positively impact lives in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Full Time, Permanent (36hrs)

Base Location: Florence Street Mental Health Resource Centre, Glasgow

Shift Pattern: Operates over 7 days between 0900hrs and 2000hrs Mon-Fri, and 0900-1700hrs Sat and Sun

Long days are available.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing assessment, care planning, intervention and evaluation for individuals experiencing acute mental health crisis
• Deliver intensive home treatment as an alternative to hospital admission, supporting recovery in the community
• Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and implement effective risk and safety management strategies
• Work collaboratively with GPs, CMHTs, inpatient services, specialist services and third sector partners
• Support early discharge from the hospital through effective discharge planning and follow-up care
• Supervise, support and mentor junior staff and students, contributing to their development and practice
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure care is delivered in line with legal, ethical and professional standards

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with NMC registration or Registered Occupational Therapist with relevant UK registration
• Post-registration experience within mental health services, including experience managing complex cases
• Demonstrable experience in risk assessment and management within acute or community mental health settings
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
• Knowledge of mental health legislation, policy and best practice with commitment to continuous professional development
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment while contributing effectively within a team
• Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and basic IT skills for record keeping and communication

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Hilary Clark-White, Crisis Team Lead - ***email_hidden*** - 0141 232 7060

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