Job Description

Guildford Community Mental Health Recovery Service (CMHRS) is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic community mental health nurse (CPN) to join our team.



As part of our multi-disciplinary team, the successful applicant will deliver comprehensive assessments and a variety of approaches, interventions, and treatments to individuals experiencing severe and enduring mental health issues, supporting them in their personal recovery journey.



A full and valid driving licence, along with access to a vehicle for work purposes, is essential due to the community-based nature of this role



You will be required to take lead and professional responsibility for a number of service users. This role demands excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. You must be committed to delivering a high-quality service, working both independently and as part of our well-established, innovative, and recovery-focused team to meet the needs of service users and their carers.



In addition to managing a defined caseload, the successful applicant will conduct initial assessments for clients referred to the service and support individuals experiencing mental health crises in the community. There are various training opportunities available to enhance skills in delivering low-intensity psychological interventions.



Please see the attached job description for more details.



Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of health and social care services for people of all ages with mental ill-health and learning disabilities in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We also provide social care services for people with learning disabilities in Croydon, and ASD and ADHD assessment services in Hampshire.



We are deeply committed to community engagement, actively involving service users and local communities in initiatives to improve mental wellbeing. By collaborating closely with other NHS and voluntary sector organisations, we ensure comprehensive support for service users and carers.



Surrey is a beautiful county located just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are surrounded by wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks make the rest of the country easily accessible.



For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.



Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.



Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately, your application form will be rejected from the process.



We look forward to receiving your application!



Please check the job description and personal specification document for more information on the requirement for this job.