Job Title: Mental Health Practitioner – Initial Response Service Tripod Partners are currently recruiting for a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join the Initial Response Service in Lancaster, North Lancashire. This role involves working in a dynamic 24/7 service to provide timely mental health assessments and interventions. Key Responsibilities Conduct risk assessments to ensure safety and wellbeing of service users. Provide timely communication of risk management strategies to other professionals and agencies. Deliver high-quality care, supporting service users with diverse and unpredictable mental health needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure holistic care. Position Details: Location: Lancaster, North Lancashire Work Pattern: Shifts covering a 24/7 service (full-time or part-time available) Contract Duration: 3 Months Rates: Weekday Rate: £25.00 per hour Saturday/Night Rate: £33.00 per hour Sunday/Bank Holiday Rate: £40.00 per hour Pay Type: Umbrella or PAYE available Requirements: Core profession such as RMN (NMC registered), OT, or Social Worker. Experience working in a fast-paced mental health environment. Proficiency in risk assessment and management. Ability to work across shifts and as part of a multidisciplinary team