Mental Health Practitioner

Main area: Community Senior Mental Health Practitioner - Under 18's, CATAT, Grade Band 6, Contract: Permanent, Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours/week (Shift work: 8pm-4pm, 12-8pm, 8am-8pm), Job ref 246-GYW-B

Site: Norfolk and Suffolk Localities (Please read advert). Town: Great Yarmouth. Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 Gross per annum. Salary period: Yearly. Closing: 14/05/:59

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of mental health, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's, and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, reflecting our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience.

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Job overview

CATAT was highly recommended at the staff excellence awards after its launch in 2023. We seek professionals interested in working with CYP and their families to improve outcomes and maintain community care.

The team aims to prevent inpatient admissions where possible and supports CYP and families proactively in the community. It acts as a gateway for Tier 4 (T4) services and collaborates with core community teams and partner agencies to enhance support, risk management, and continuity of care.

CATAT has two main pathways:

1. Admission Avoidance: For CYP already known to a core team needing intensive support to prevent worsening or hospital admission.
2. In-reach/Outreach: Supporting CYP transitioning from inpatient settings back into the community.

Between 07/2022 and 08/2024, our team has avoided 165 admissions. If you're dynamic and passionate about supporting young people and families, apply now to join us!

Main duties of the job

What CATAT offers:

• Consultation and advice
• Enhanced assessments
• Ensuring access to care in the least restrictive environment
• Case formulation and management
• Community-based face-to-face visits
• Participation in MDTs, LEAPs, CETRs, MALMs, and liaison with inpatient and acute wards
• Therapeutic interventions (e.g., emotional regulation, DBT, AMBIT)
• Systemic working with CYP, families, carers, and networks
• Training and education for other services
• Promoting joined-up working across health and children's services

(This list is not exhaustive.)

Working for our organization

We pride ourselves on being welcoming, talented, friendly, and supportive, fostering a learning environment with ongoing training and development opportunities.

Why work for us? We face challenges but also have ambitious goals, exciting transformation projects, and strong professional networks led by an exceptional leadership team committed to staff wellbeing.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? Enjoy a warm community, proximity to coast and Broads National Park, easy access to London and Norwich Airport, rich history, vibrant towns, top schools, and affordable housing.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants must have access to a car and be willing to drive across Norfolk and Suffolk.

The wide coverage area allows for diverse experience working with CYP and/or those interested in this field.

While the primary base sites are Thurlow House (Kings Lynn), 80SS/Mary Chapham (Norwich), and County Hall (Norwich), there is flexibility after induction and shadowing to work from a location closer to home, provided the space is used instead of remote working, with 1-2 days in the main office to maintain team engagement.

Person specification Qualifications

• Nursing, OT, or social work qualification
• AMBIT and/or STORM trained
• Evidence of CPD
• Knowledge of current issues in the field
• Experience with under 18s
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in mental health settings at a senior level
• Experience in crisis settings

Skills

• Commitment to improving patient services and achieving performance goals
• Good time management and ability to work under pressure
• Organizational and people management skills
• Proven ability to manage change

Other

• Ability to drive independently
• Access to a car

Equality and diversity are fundamental to our values. We promote a diverse workforce and treat all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

We participate in the Disability Confident Employer scheme, interviewing all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please indicate your eligibility when applying.

DBS checks are required for posts involving direct contact with service users. Candidates are responsible for obtaining and presenting their DBS clearance. The Trust uses the DBS Update Service for ongoing compliance.