Overview
Are you an established Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker looking to grow your skill set? Our Liaison Psychiatry Service based within UHD would love for you to join their team!
Responsibilities
* Assess patients with mental health needs, self harm, psychosomatic disorders or a psychiatric crisis who are referred from sources including the Emergency Department and hospital wards.
* Demonstrate confidence in risk assessment skills and communicate effectively; work autonomously.
* Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, Acute Hospital colleagues, other mental health services and external supporting agencies.
Qualifications and Experience
* Previous work within an acute, CMHT and/or crisis home treatment team with clinical skills relating to crisis management and assessment are essential.
* Clear understanding of the legislation, policies and guidance underpinning clinical practice.
What We Offer
* Innovative experience within the new hospital developments at the UHD sites.
* Supportive team environment and opportunities to attend courses for individual development and growth as a practitioner.
* Weekend and public holidays at enhanced pay; parking permit included.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing supervision, team meetings, case presentations and reflective practice.
Shift Patterns
* Early – 7:30 – 15:30
* Late – 13:00 – 21:00
* Long day – 7:30 to 21:00
* Nights – 20:30 – 8:00
How to Apply / Additional Information
For further information, please contact Lou[ise] Emeny-Senior on 0300 019 4379. You will be required to work effectively with the MDT, Acute Hospital colleagues and external agencies. You will be offered a comprehensive induction period and ongoing professional development. Informal discussions and visits to meet the team are welcome. For email inquiries: Louise.emeny-senior@nhs.net.
We encourage applications from diverse candidates. Applicants should read the attached job description and person specification and tailor their supporting statement to reflect the criteria. We understand the use of AI in applications; if used, it should enhance rather than replace your personal experience and not be the sole basis of your statement.
Eligibility
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are ineligible to apply for this position.
This advert closes on Thursday 7 May 2026.
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