Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner - Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge, Cheshire

Job Title: Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner – Young Persons Assessments Team
Specialism: SMH – Nursing
Location: Stalybridge, UK
Salary: £26.00 per hour

Mental Health Practitioner within the Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge, earning £26.00 per hour. This exciting ongoing locum opportunity offers both part-time and full-time flexibility, making it ideal for experienced mental health professionals looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Working within a dedicated assessment team, you will undertake urgent and routine mental health assessments and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for young people with moderate to severe mental health needs.

Locum work offers the perfect combination of flexibility, professional development, and rewarding clinical experience, allowing you to tailor your work around your lifestyle while continuing to build your expertise.

Perks and benefits:

• Part Time / Full Time: Whether you're looking for a full-time position or a role that fits around other commitments, flexible options are available.

• Hourly Pay: Earn a competitive rate of £26.00 per hour, offering transparency and flexibility over your earnings.

• Flexible Working Hours: Choose from a variety of working patterns, including options such as 8am–6pm over four days, 8am–4pm, or 9am–6pm, helping you achieve the ideal work-life balance.

• Professional Development: Access ongoing learning opportunities and career development support to enhance your clinical skills and knowledge.

• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible scheduling that allows you to balance work with personal commitments and interests.

• Supportive Team Environment: Join a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent mental health care.

• Meaningful Impact: Play a key role in supporting young people through challenging periods and helping them achieve improved mental health outcomes.

What you will do:

• Conduct urgent and routine mental health assessments for young people presenting with moderate to severe mental health needs.

• Gather, analyse, and evaluate information to inform clinical decision-making and risk management.

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to develop tailored care and intervention plans.

• Monitor and review the progress of young people, adapting care plans and interventions as required.

• Provide advice, education, and support to young people and their families or carers to promote understanding and recovery.

• Undertake risk assessments and implement appropriate safeguarding measures where necessary.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional clinical records in line with organisational and professional standards.

• Participate in team discussions, case reviews, and multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care delivery.

• Promote recovery-focused and person-centred approaches that support positive outcomes.

• Engage in continuous professional development and maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills.

Why Stalybridge

Stalybridge offers a fantastic balance between town and countryside living, providing an excellent quality of life for professionals seeking both career satisfaction and personal wellbeing. Surrounded by stunning landscapes while remaining well connected to Greater Manchester, Stalybridge boasts a welcoming community, excellent local amenities, and plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. It's a great place to build your career while enjoying a relaxed and rewarding lifestyle.

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Take the next step in your mental health career and join the Young Persons Assessments Team in Stalybridge with Sanctuary Personnel.