Job summary 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 We seek a compassionate and dedicated senior mental health practitioner to join our Mental Health Crisis Response Service team. Your role will provide immediate support, high-quality, evidence-based and holistic assessments and care to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis, in line with your professional Code of Conduct and Trust policies. You will work within a fast-paced urgent care pathway, offering an immediate response to those experiencing mental crisis. About us EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum plus fringe allowance Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 364-A-7925-E Job locations Basildon Mental Health Unit Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Job description Job responsibilities 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. Job description Job responsibilities 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 Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker Evidence of continual professional development High standard of education Good written and spoken English Desirable Post graduate qualification or commitment to work towards this Knowledge Essential 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 Essential 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 Person Specification Education/Qualifications Essential Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker Evidence of continual professional development High standard of education Good written and spoken English Desirable Post graduate qualification or commitment to work towards this Knowledge Essential 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 Essential 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 Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address Basildon Mental Health Unit Nethermayne Basildon SS16 5NL Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)