Job summary
Pennine Lancashire is seeking an experienced Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health Liaison Team, Royal Blackburn Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity and the successful candidate will be part of an evolving service that has the needs of our service users at its heart. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic to come and join a forward thinking, dynamic and constantly developing team.
Main duties of the job
Undertake comprehensive assessment of service users referred to the Team.Provide highly developed risk assessment and risk management plansTo determine the most appropriate course of action for an individual following assessment and MDT meeting and in collaboration with the service users, from a range of available options.To act in an advisory capacity for all members of the team, on issues relating to mental health.To communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) in a timely manner to the GP and other relevant professionals/agencies.To identify safeguarding concerns and act accordingly to local policy.To provide and receive complex, sensitive and contentious information using developed skills to ensure assessments and care planning can be completed. To be aware of the physical needs of people with mental health problems and assist clients to manage their physical health conditions or refer physical conditions on as appropriate.Establish therapeutic relationships with clients, relatives and carers.Refer patients for Clinical interventions based upon evidence based practice in conjunction with NICE guidelines.To have a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and subsequent legislation as it affects the client group.You must have proven clinical skills along with excellent communication skills, good knowledge and understanding of adult mental health and the needs of individuals in this group.
About us
LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.
Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.
We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.
LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
Details
Date posted
06 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£38,682 to £46,580 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
351-PEN1056-CL
Job locations
Pennine IRS
The Mount
Accrington
BB5 5DE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification (e.g. RMN/Dip SW)
Knowledge
Essential
* In-depth knowledge of mental health problems
* In-depth knowledge of issues that impact upon people with mental health problems
* Detailed knowledge of the impact of risk and protective factors that affect people with mental health problems
* Knowledge of medication prescribed for management of mental health issues
* In-depth knowledge of diversity and anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
Experience
Essential
* Post qualification experience clinical work with service users experiencing a range of mental health problems
* Experience of delivering evidence based interventions in a time-limited framework
* Evidence of assessment across a broad range of mental health problems
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Experience of risk assessment and management
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
* Recognised Core Mental Health Professional Qualification (e.g. RMN/Dip SW)
Knowledge
Essential
* In-depth knowledge of mental health problems
* In-depth knowledge of issues that impact upon people with mental health problems
* Detailed knowledge of the impact of risk and protective factors that affect people with mental health problems
* Knowledge of medication prescribed for management of mental health issues
* In-depth knowledge of diversity and anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice.
Experience
Essential
* Post qualification experience clinical work with service users experiencing a range of mental health problems
* Experience of delivering evidence based interventions in a time-limited framework
* Evidence of assessment across a broad range of mental health problems
* Evidence of continuing professional development
* Experience of risk assessment and management
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pennine IRS
The Mount
Accrington
BB5 5DE
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Employer details
Employer name
Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pennine IRS
The Mount
Accrington
BB5 5DE
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