Mental Health Practitioner

• To understand and follow good practice within the framework for the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act and DoLs and Care Programme Approach
• To maintain accurate records, both written and computerised to a standard that reflects their level of clinical expertise
• Liaise with community based services and resources such as Focus, housing, Police and voluntary sector organisations to facilitate the delivery of the most appropriate and best possible care
• Discuss issues surrounding risk management and plan care accordingly advising others regarding management of care with senior practitioners
• Discharge planning
• To respond to service user crisis in a positive pro-active manner
• To follow clear care pathways, including methods to reduce the risk of further crisis developing
• To work flexibly within a 24 hour rota covering early, late and night shifts according to service user need
• To provide telephone support to any service users, carers, outside agencies or clinicians who require information, advice or crisis intervention
• Undertake comprehensive CPA mental health assessments then develop and implement care packages in a variety of settings
• To assist in maintaining safe custody of drugs in accordance with the Trust policies and procedures
• To cover 7 days a week, 24 hours a day on a rota

• RMN or awaiting Registration
• Evidence of current registration
• Basic IT Skills
• Able to respond to service users, carers and significant others in a person centred way
• Able to maintain a safe environment for service users, carers, staff and others
• Able to work as a team member and effectively communicate with service users and other professionals
• Able to assess individuals. Formulate, implement and evaluate care plans
• Able to participate in clinical supervision
• Demonstrate and understanding of the Mental Health Act, Care Programme Approach, Mental Capacity Act and DoLs
• Experience of working with people with mental health problems
• Experience of working with older adults with mental health problems

Evidence of ongoing professional development since qualification