Locum Band 6 Mental Health Telephone Triage Practitioner
* 111#2 Service
* Powys, Wales – Newtown/Welshpool
* Temporary (Ongoing Locum)
* £45-£50 per hour
* 12-hour shifts inc. days, nights & weekends on a rota’d basis
* Min 3-4 shifts per week
These roles are based on site, at rural locations in Wales and will be requiring temporary accommodation to be sought nearby if you are not within a commutable distance.
The Locum Band 6 Mental Health Telephone Triage Practitioner will be responsible for providing comprehensive telephone-based assessments for individuals experiencing mental health crises or presenting with mental health concerns. The role involves ensuring the safe and appropriate allocation of care, either through direct support, signposting, or referral to the relevant mental health services.
This role is vital in the early identification of mental health issues and providing timely support to prevent crisis escalation.
Telephone Triage & Assessment
* Conduct telephone assessments of individuals who are experiencing mental health difficulties, identifying the severity of the issues, and making recommendations for appropriate interventions.
* Gather relevant clinical information to support the triage process and ensure the right care pathway is identified.
* Use clinical judgment to assess risk, including but not limited to self-harm, suicidality, and violence to self or others.
Crisis...