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About Us
EPUT provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more than 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex and Suffolk. Also:
We are among the largest employers in the East of England region, with more than 10,000 staff working across more than 200 sites.
We run the COVID-19 vaccination programme across mid and south Essex and Suffolk and north east Essex.
EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). A new leadership team was established at the Trust in 2020.
Our Vision
"To be the leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health and community care".
Our Purpose
"We care for people every day. What we do together, matters".
Our Values
We Care
We Learn
We Empower
Job overview
Do you crave a career where your actions truly impact lives? Where compassion, empathy, and resilience are your superpowers? Then, step into the vital role of a Senior Mental Health Practitioner with the NHS 111 Crisis Response team!
Imagine this: A call comes in. Someone on the other end is struggling with a mental health crisis, feeling lost and alone.
You are their lifeline.
With your expertise and unwavering support, you assess their needs, develop a plan, and connect them to the right care, guiding them towards calmer waters.
That's the power you'll wield in this role. Here's why this opportunity is extraordinary: Be a Hero:
Make a tangible difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges. Fast-paced & Rewarding:
Work in a dynamic environment where your critical thinking and intervention skills shine. No Two Days Alike:
Every call brings a unique story, demanding your adaptability and resourcefulness. Continuous Growth:
We invest in your development with sponsored studies, mentorship, and a supportive team. Join the Best:
Become part of EPUT, a leading Mental Health Trust known for its patient-centred approach and commitment to staff well-being. Rewarding Benefits:
Enjoy flexible work options, a competitive salary, and a generous benefits package. Main duties of the job Answer and respond to incoming calls from individuals experiencing a mental health crisis Provide immediate support and intervention to callers Assess callers' needs and risks Develop and implement crisis intervention plans Make referrals to appropriate mental health services Document calls and maintain accurate records Participate in team meetings and training. Person specification Education/Qualifications Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker Evidence of continual professional development High standard of education Good written and spoken English Knowledge Proven experience of working in a health, social care or community setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive information Proven experience of working with people with mental health conditions and vulnerable service users Ability to conduct risk assessments of the individual in the service user environment Skills/Experience Literate in IT/Computer Skills Ability to manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary meetings i.e. referral/ review/ business/ handover Undertake physical health checks of service users and act on the findings appropriately Equal Opportunities Employer Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We also hold the Disability two tick symbol and have made the pledge to commit to employing more people with learning disabilities, we encourage people with a disability to apply. The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they so wish. The Trust makes every attempt to contact all applicants and we strongly advise that you check the email account which is registered with NHS Jobs regularly, we would advise however due to the high number of applications we receive that if you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes.
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You are their lifeline.
With your expertise and unwavering support, you assess their needs, develop a plan, and connect them to the right care, guiding them towards calmer waters.
That's the power you'll wield in this role. Here's why this opportunity is extraordinary: Be a Hero:
Make a tangible difference in the lives of people facing mental health challenges. Fast-paced & Rewarding:
Work in a dynamic environment where your critical thinking and intervention skills shine. No Two Days Alike:
Every call brings a unique story, demanding your adaptability and resourcefulness. Continuous Growth:
We invest in your development with sponsored studies, mentorship, and a supportive team. Join the Best:
Become part of EPUT, a leading Mental Health Trust known for its patient-centred approach and commitment to staff well-being. Rewarding Benefits:
Enjoy flexible work options, a competitive salary, and a generous benefits package. Main duties of the job Answer and respond to incoming calls from individuals experiencing a mental health crisis Provide immediate support and intervention to callers Assess callers' needs and risks Develop and implement crisis intervention plans Make referrals to appropriate mental health services Document calls and maintain accurate records Participate in team meetings and training. Person specification Education/Qualifications Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker Evidence of continual professional development High standard of education Good written and spoken English Knowledge Proven experience of working in a health, social care or community setting as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of dealing with confidential and sensitive information Proven experience of working with people with mental health conditions and vulnerable service users Ability to conduct risk assessments of the individual in the service user environment Skills/Experience Literate in IT/Computer Skills Ability to manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary meetings i.e. referral/ review/ business/ handover Undertake physical health checks of service users and act on the findings appropriately Equal Opportunities Employer Our Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We particularly welcome applications from people with experience of using mental health services. We also hold the Disability two tick symbol and have made the pledge to commit to employing more people with learning disabilities, we encourage people with a disability to apply. The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they so wish. The Trust makes every attempt to contact all applicants and we strongly advise that you check the email account which is registered with NHS Jobs regularly, we would advise however due to the high number of applications we receive that if you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes.
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