Bank Crisis Care Practitioner | Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

The role of Band 6 Crisis Care Practitioner consists of answering 111 telephone calls, assisting with the query/concerns that arise, sign posting to relevant authorities, problem solving, shift lead and you will also be required to carry out assessments. You will work with a well-established team of Psychiatrists, Nurses and Support Workers providing rapid response for adults who are experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis. The service 'gate keeps' the inpatient beds and provides care in the least restrictive environment by offering an alternative to hospital admission through intensive home treatment. Due to the nature of the work, a full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010., The role of Band 6 Crisis Care Practitioner consists of answering 111 telephone calls, assisting with the query/concerns that arise, sign posting to relevant authorities, problem solving, shift lead and you will also be required to carry out assessments. You will work with a well-established team of Psychiatrists, Nurses and Support Workers providing rapid response for adults who are experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis. The service 'gate keeps' the inpatient beds and provides care in the least restrictive environment by offering an alternative to hospital admission through intensive home treatment.

You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be able to problem solve and be an able negotiator. You must have the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, be reliable, motivated. You will need to demonstrate high functioning in risk management, communication skills with exceptional personal qualities to deliver effective care. The post holder will be required to assess the needs of individuals when they are acutely unwell, develop and continually review treatment plans that enable the individual to manage their period of crisis effectively. You will be required to attend an interview and complete competencies in order for you to be successful within the role of a crisis care practitioner. You must be an RMN or OT, hold current registration and have considerable experience of working with people with mental health problems in an acute health care/ community setting. The role is subject to DBS checks, references checks, completion of mandatory training and 5 shadow shifts., Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa, Disability Confident About Disability Confident A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident.

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons. We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Pay Rate per Hour: basic day rate £19.96 which is inclusive of holiday pay. You will need to have substantial post registration experience and be able to demonstrate continuous professional development. We are currently looking for enthusiastic, reliable and adaptable Registered Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapist & Learning Disability Nurses to join the Trust Bank providing support to Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team. This role requires a clinician with specialist skills to assess patient's needs, analyse and develop treatment plans within a multidisciplinary framework. In return for your hard work and your professional, patient-focused service we can offer you:

• Competitive pay
• Flexible work that can fit around your other commitments
• Access to NHS pension scheme
• Access to essential training and development opportunities
• Experience gained by working in a variety of environments
• Flexible hours of work and freedom to choose shifts depending on your availability and the requirement of the Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Team.
The team provides a service 24 hours, 7 days per week, with a wide range of shift patterns.