b Overview /b p In this Band 6 role you support recovery-focused care for adults with complex mental health needs within the Older People Community Mental Health Team. You’ll contribute to a broader transformation toward an all-age Neighbourhood Mental Health Service, collaborating with GPs, families, and diverse agencies to promote independence. You’ll deliver evidence-based assessment, emotional support, and guided self-management in the community, helping people to live well at home. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li flexible working /li li free parking /li li health and wellbeing support /li li staff networks /li li development opportunities /li li competitive salary (Band 6) /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide appropriate physical care and monitoring (hygiene, diet, environment, observations) /li li Support individuals’ cultural, spiritual, and personal identities while promoting autonomy /li li Deliver therapeutic activities and emotional support to enhance engagement and recovery /li li Develop and maintain professional collaboration with staff, other professionals, and external agencies /li li Conduct prescribed physical observations (BP, temp, pulse, respirations, blood sugars, urinalysis, weight/height) and respond to deviations /li li Maintain professional boundaries and contribute to multidisciplinary team efforts /li li Engage with individuals and carers to support recovery planning and self-management /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li NMC Registration as a Mental Health Nurse /li li Successful completion of mentorship course /li li Desirable: Clinical supervision training, Successful completion of Practice Assessor Course /li li Experience at post-graduate diploma level or extensive post-registration mental health experience /li li Driver with valid licence and unrestricted car/motorcycle use for community work /li li Aware of personal and professional boundaries /li li Desirable: experience in Community Mental Health Setting, experience with older persons /li /ul ul li Effective engagement and rapport with clients /li li Strong boundary management /li li Collaborative teamwork across disciplines /li li Empathy and emotional support /li li Clinical supervision training (Desirable) /li li Community-based mental health practice (Desirable) /li /ul
B6 Mental Health Practitioner (NMC) Later Life and Frailty Pathway in Surrey employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
