Job overview
We currently have a vacancy for a part time Community Mental Health Practitioner within our CMHT.
The post is based at Horton House, Hamilton Street Oldham
You will need to be a registered and experienced RMN, or Social Worker to apply for this post.
The Care Coordinator will provide a comprehensive mental health service to adults of working age who experience moderate to severe mental health problems within the community. The practitioner will also work collaboratively across a range of disciplines to continuously promote a ‘needs based’ approach to all service users.
The practitioner will also promote an integrated approach to service delivery and develop a clear relapse recognition / prevention plans and share with MDT, service users and carers' where appropriate.
The practitioner will develop meaningful engagement with individuals who are often referred to as ‘difficult to engage’ and their families.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work effectively with adult service users with mental health needs across the CMHT, predominantly in the MDT covering the care coordinator function and will manage the care of a defined caseload of patients.
For full details please see Job Description and Person Specification
Service/Ward/Department Summary:
The CMHT work primarily with working age adults who have a diagnosis of a Serious Mental Illness and / or Complex Mental Health Difficulties. The care pathway includes a holistic assessment of need / risk, formulation and delivery of a care and treatment plan with a focus on recovery and supporting individuals to achieve and maintain their optimal level of functioning
Working for our organisation
We are looking for a motivated individual who wants to pursue a career within community mental health services. If you demonstrate the trust values, are committed to supporting to achieve the Trust 4 big ambitions and addressing inequalities, we welcome your application.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification. Please ensure your supporting information reflects how you meet the person specification.
Person specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Professional qualification Social Work / Mental Health Nursing.
* Registration with HCPC / NMC
* Substantial experience in community mental health work.
* Willingness to undertake further training relevant to the practitioner role resulting from legislative or service changes, as appropriate.
Desirable criteria
* Evidence of post-basic qualification and training
* PSI Training
* MSLAP or equivalent Mentor training
Experience
Essential criteria
* Working within Mental Health Law policies and procedures.
* Experience of supervision
* Experience in working with people with moderate to severe mental health needs
* Experience of MDT working
Desirable criteria
* Experience of leading a team / ’acting up’.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Extensive knowledge / experience in social inclusion and recovery model of care.
* Knowledge of mental health legislation
Desirable criteria
* Experience of managing or participating in change
Skills and Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to and be responsible for management of a caseload
* Ability to work effectively as part of a MDT.
* Ability to supervise junior staff / students
* Effective time management
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Recording relevant documentation to a professional standard.
* Ability to communicate informally and develop supportive relationships with clients, carers and other professionals
* Utilise the supervision process.
* Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour.
* Ability to provide professional expertise in the care of mental health service users.
* Ability to provide appropriate education and training to peers and assistant as appropriate.
* Computer literacy.
* Flexible and adaptable
Desirable criteria
* Commitment to professional development
📝 Application support - We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.