Lead Therapeutic Practitioner Ref: 30424
Location
Brighton, UK
Hours
Full time or part time hours considered up to a maximum of 1.FTE / 37.5 hours
Grade 8.4 starting at £50,694 to £55,295 per annum, pro rata if part time
Contract Type
Permanent
About the role
An exciting opportunity for an experienced clinical and managerial lead has arisen in the department of Wellbeing Services (Wellbeing, Therapeutic, Residential Life and Chaplaincy). We are looking for a mental health practitioner who has extensive experience of managing other practitioners within an acute mental health or therapeutic setting.
You will oversee caseload allocation and management and work to support staff in the resolution and escalation of critical cases. This will include collaboration and consultation with the wider divisional staff i.e. the Advice & Guidance teams and Disability support and the NHS. Your contribution to the delivery of proactive initiatives around mental health and wellbeing as part of the wider mental health strategy will be critical in the development of the service.
About you
Ideally, you will be a qualified and experienced therapist or mental health nurse. You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of part-time/full-time therapists, locums, trainees, psychological wellbeing practitioners, and their clinical cases. You will need strong administrative and technological skills to oversee and develop our case management systems and administrative processes.
An innovative, risk-conscious approach, sound judgement, and diplomacy, as well as the ability to take direction, manage people, and work under pressure within a complex organisational structure are essential attributes required of the post holder. Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships, respect confidentiality, manage effectively, and navigate complex situations in a sensitive and professional manner are crucial.
About our Division
Our Student Experience is all about our Students. We work diligently to ensure that all our students are supported and have positive meaningful experiences in our University. Our services focus on Academic Quality, Student Data & Records, Careers & Entrepreneurship, Advice & Guidance, Complaints & Conduct, and Student Wellbeing.
The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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