Job Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) to join the West Central Manchester PCN Primary Care Network (PCN). This role is open to Registered Mental Health Nurses, Occupational Therapists and Social Workers. The post will operate from GP surgeries in Chorlton, Whalley Range and Fallowfield.



The Senior MHP will interface with/ access support from Manchester's mental health system, Primary Care services, Neighbourhood Team s, Social Care teams and VCSE organisations to strengthen the care / support being offered. The Senior MHP w ill be a conduit between Primary C are, Secondary Care and other agencies ensuring introductions and smooth seamless journeys for people who use the service.



Senior Mental Health Practitioners conduct biopsychosocial assessments & Initial Conversations with people presenting with mental health difficulties, social care needs & risk issues at a primary care level. The aim is to promote recovery & help people maintain their lives within their community environment.

The post holder will also:

Offer advice and guidance to service users, the primary care team, secondary care teams and broader community services.



Support and advocate the needs of people they are working with, particularly in relation to access of services.



Work closely with GPs and primary care teams to develop a responsive and effective mental health offer in the Primary Care Network.



Assess, create safety plans and respond to presenting risk appropriately, in line with professional training, Trust policy and NICE guidance.



Provide appropriate clinical leadership within the PCN.

Key Requirements of the Person Specification:

Applicants must possess RMN / RNMH / Social Worker / OT or equivalent.



Completion of Preparation for Mentorship / Practice Teacher/, is desirable together with relevant and significant post-registration qualifications and experience.



Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.



We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.



Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.



Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.



Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.



Please see attached job description and person specification for full outline of roles and responsibilities. Please ensure you meet all the essential criteria of the 'Person Specification' as your application will be shortlisted against this.



Please see attached job description and person specification



Staff benefits



Pay Enhancements

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)