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Are you a passionate and motivated mental health professional looking for your next challenge? We’re seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Lead to join our dynamic First Response Service – a pioneering, award‑winning team providing 24/7 mental health crisis support to individuals of all ages.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 support through telephone triage and face‑to‑face assessments.
* Collaborate with service users to develop effective crisis and safety plans.
* Lead and support a multidisciplinary team, offering clinical guidance and mentorship.
* Co‑ordinate shifts and allocate referrals and assessments across the team.
* Deliver brief clinical risk assessments, mental health formulations, and short‑term contingency plans.
* Liaise with professionals and agencies such as the police, ambulance services, emergency services, GPs, schools, and care homes.
* Work closely with other mental health services including secondary care and crisis teams.
* Implement solution‑focused interventions to empower patients, carers and families.
* Develop safe and effective care plans using strong communication and clinical judgment.
* Draw on knowledge of external resources to provide tailored support for individual needs.
Qualifications
* A qualified mental health practitioner with leadership experience or aspirations.
* Strong clinical skills in crisis intervention, risk assessment and safety planning.
* Resilience, adaptability and a calm approach under pressure.
* A commitment to compassionate, person‑centred care.
Benefits & Expectations
Be part of a forward‑thinking, supportive team. Work in a role that offers variety, challenge and the chance to grow professionally. Shift times are 07:00–19:30 day shifts and 19:00–07:30 night shifts. You will be required to travel independently around the county, holding a full UK driving licence and having use of a vehicle.
As an equal‑opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, especially under‑represented groups including disabled people, members of ethnic minorities and the LGBTQ+ community.
Application Information
For further details or informal visits, contact: Hayley Workman, Team Leader
e‑mail: hayley.workman@cpft.nhs.uk
telephone: 01480 757365
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