Mental Health Practitioners

Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) to join the Wigan North PCN Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is open to Registered Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. The post will operate from GP surgeries in the Wigan Borough.

• Interface with/access support from the Wigan mental health system, Primary Care services, Neighbourhood Teams, Social Care teams and VCSE organisations to strengthen care and support.
• Act as a conduit between Primary Care, Secondary Care and other agencies to ensure introductions and smooth journeys for people who use the service.
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and initial conversations with people presenting with mental health difficulties, social care needs and risk issues at a primary care level, with the aim of promoting recovery and helping people live in their community.
• Offer advice and guidance to service users, the primary care team, secondary care teams and broader community services.
• Support and advocate for the needs of people work with, particularly regarding access to services.
• Work closely with GPs and primary care teams to develop a responsive and effective mental health offer within the Primary Care Network.
• Assess, create safety plans and respond to presenting risk in line with professional training, Trust policy and NICE guidance.
• Provide appropriate clinical leadership within the PCN.

• Applicants must possess RMN / RNMH / Social Worker / OT or equivalent.

• All positions within the Trust are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks. For details, please visit the NHS Employers website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..
• The Trust mandates DBS Update Service submission for post holders who require a DBS. Enrolment is required for a fee of £16 per year and maintenance throughout employment with GMMH.
• We are committed to workforce diversity and removing barriers to employment for under-represented groups (e.g., BAME, Disabled, LGBT+).
• If you would like an informal chat about the recruitment process or require additional support, we would love to hear from you.

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• We are an approved sponsor for Skilled Worker visas. Applications from those requiring sponsorship will be considered alongside others. Not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. Review eligible roles and salary on the UK Government website.
• Offer of employment could be withdrawn if the role is not eligible for sponsorship or right to work cannot be evidenced.
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• Completion of Preparation for Mentorship / Practice Teacher is desirable, together with relevant post-registration qualifications and experience.
• Applicants with direct experience of mental health, learning disability or drug and alcohol services, either as a service user or a carer, are encouraged to apply.
• We welcome diverse experience, including non-NHS backgrounds, to support inclusive healthcare services.
• Salary on appointment may reflect relevant experience outside the NHS; please contact the Recruitment Team for details.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 staff and provides services across multiple locations. We deliver inpatient and community-based mental health care in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and the borough of Wigan, along with a range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services. We strive to represent the diverse communities we serve and are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults.

• Pay enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuel Genie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)