Job Overview
The Shropshire Care Group has a Mental Health Liaison (MHL) B6 opportunity. We are seeking qualified RMN practitioners with experience in assessing individuals who have experienced a mental health crisis. Knowledge of physical health conditions and their impact on presentation is beneficial but not obligatory, as development plans can include this training.
The role requires a robust clinician with good decision-making skills who can work independently and as part of a team, with availability to work on a 24/7 rota.
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact the team to discuss the roles, demands, and challenges of working within another NHS Trust, as well as how changing legislation and guidance support our service. To make contact, call PRH on 01952 641222 ext. 4020 and ask for Jade Mitchell or Phil Woodgate. If unavailable, any team member can provide information about the roles.
Main duties of the job
The main duties include:
* Providing a 1-hour response to the A+E department for referrals requiring mental health support and assessment.
* Providing a 24-hour response to hospital wards for admitted patients needing mental health support and assessment.
* Supporting hospital colleagues in education about mental health presentations and the role of the Liaison Mental Health Team.
Working for our organisation
By joining Team MPFT, you will help your communities, and in return, we offer:
* Support for career development and progression
* Excellent NHS Pension scheme
* Generous maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
* Options for flexible working
* Up to 27 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days with service, plus options to purchase additional leave
* Extensive health and wellbeing resources
* Paid travel time between patients for community team roles
* Lease car if completing over 500 business miles per year, fully insured and maintained
* Salary sacrifice car options, with tax advantages
* Salaried bikes up to £2,000
* Free parking at trust sites
* Annual free flu vaccinations
* Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund of up to £250 (criteria apply)
We pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive organisation, with staff networks to support community and connection.
Please note: The vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive mental health assessments and deliver specialist clinical care, including:
* Assessing physical, psychological, and psychosomatic presentations
* Managing patients with mental health issues in acute and community hospital settings
* Developing and monitoring mental health programmes
* Providing specialised advice across diverse client groups, including young people (16+), adults, older adults, and those with substance misuse issues
* Offering evidence-based therapeutic interventions as needed
Manage complex cases regularly, including high-risk situations such as self-harm and attempted suicide, requiring advanced risk assessment, relapse, and crisis management skills.
Serve as an educational resource and support for hospital staff in caring for individuals with mental health presentations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential:
* UK registration
* Experience in mental health assessment
Desirable:
* Previous relevant experience
* Additional training or learning
Attitude
Essential:
* Positive application completion
Desirable:
* Demonstration of good values
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