Senior Practitioner for Complex Emotional and Relational Needs

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner (nurse or allied health professional) who has an interest in working with those with Complex Emotional and Relational Needs (CERN) and who wishes to further develop skills in this area. The successful applicant will cover maternity leave (12 months), either as a secondment opportunity or fixed term contract, and will work with a small team responsible for delivering the CERN pathways across the community services in Trafford., To work as part of a small team, working directly with those with CERN needs using a relational approach. The role will primarily involve responsibility for supporting the delivery of the Structured Clinical Management (SCM) pathway in Trafford, as well as supporting the Community Mental Health teams through consultation in complex cases. It will also involve working into the new Living Well service and contributing to other aspects of the CERN pathways as these develop.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the North West of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.