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Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Working in a 24/7 service)
Job ref: 285-3040-MH
Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum
Closing date: 11/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
NHS AfC: Band 6
Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist mental health, learning disability, and community healthcare services for the Black Country region.
Services Provided:
* Adult and older adult mental health services
* Specialist learning disability services
* Mental health services for children and young people
* Community healthcare services for children, young people, and families in Dudley
Formed on 1 April 2020 from the merger of Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Dudley and Walsall Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, our organization employs over 4,000 staff from diverse backgrounds.
Our Vision
To improve health and wellbeing for everyone, supporting our colleagues to achieve a healthy work/life balance.
Benefits
We offer supportive, inclusive, and family-friendly employment policies, flexible working, and various professional development opportunities. For more info, visit our website: blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk.
Application Encouragement
We encourage candidates who may not meet every qualification to apply, valuing diverse experiences and backgrounds.
Job Overview
* Work within the Trust’s Urgent Care services, delivering a 24/7 Mental Health Liaison Service at Walsall Manor Hospital.
* Support and assess individuals experiencing mental health crises, self-harm, or suicidal ideation.
* Provide follow-up support for inpatients with complex mental health needs and advise clinical colleagues on mental health issues.
* Contribute to service improvements and adhere to NICE guidelines and the Core 24 model.
Main Duties
* Conduct evidence-based mental health and risk assessments for patients at Walsall Manor Hospital.
* Respond promptly to referrals from the ED, medical units, and wards.
* Develop comprehensive care plans for patients, coordinating with local mental health services.
Working for Us
We are committed to diversity, equal opportunities, and supporting our staff through inclusive policies and employee networks. We particularly welcome applications from minority and marginalized communities, including Black, Asian, Disabled, and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Additional Information
This role requires UK professional registration and may involve a DBS check. We support applications under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme for disabled candidates and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
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