Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Crht Team in Norfolk, Norfolk

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Senior Mental Health Practitioner – CRHT Team

Specialism: SMH – Nursing (RMN / RNLD)
Location: Norfolk & Suffolk (Based at Northgate Hospital, Great Yarmouth)
Salary: £26.78 per hour
Contract: Ongoing, Full Time (37 hours per week)
Shifts: Flexible 12-hour day and night shifts

About the role

We are recruiting an experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment (CRHT) Team across Norfolk & Suffolk. This ongoing, full-time locum opportunity is ideal for a skilled practitioner who thrives in fast-paced crisis services and is passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred mental health care in the community.

Working from Northgate Hospital in Great Yarmouth, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health crises, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and promoting recovery within the community.

Perks and benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn £26.78 per hour, rewarding your expertise and leadership.

• Full-Time Flexibility: 37 hours per week with a mix of 12-hour day and night shifts to suit your lifestyle.

• Dynamic Team Environment: Work within a supportive and experienced CRHT team that values collaboration and clinical excellence.

• Professional Development: Gain exposure to complex crisis presentations, enhancing your clinical confidence and career progression.

• Locum Freedom: Enjoy the flexibility, variety, and work-life balance that locum work provides.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive crisis assessments and provide effective gatekeeping to prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

• Deliver home treatment interventions, including medication support and monitoring concordance.

• Carry out home visits, offering timely and responsive care in line with CRHT pathways.

• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team, contributing to care planning and risk management.

• Provide expert mental health support and guidance to service users and their families or carers.

• Apply your RMN/RNLD expertise and PMVA skills to manage risk and ensure safe, therapeutic interventions.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical documentation in line with Trust standards.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Senior Mental Health Practitioner (Band 6).

• Current NMC registration (RMN or RNLD).

• Proven experience working within CRHT or crisis services.

• Ability to work flexible 12-hour shifts, including days and nights.

• Strong assessment, risk management, and decision-making skills.

• PMVA training and confidence managing acute mental health presentations.

Why work in Norfolk & Suffolk?

Norfolk & Suffolk offer an exceptional quality of life, combining stunning coastlines, historic towns, and peaceful countryside with welcoming communities. Whether you enjoy coastal walks, village life, or cultural experiences, this region provides the perfect balance between professional fulfilment and personal wellbeing.

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