Mental Health Practitioner / Community Psychiatric Nurse (CPN) – Early Intervention | NHS Agency Contract | Derby
Service Care Solutionsis currently recruiting experiencedMental Health Practitioners / Community Psychiatric Nurses (CPNs)for a full-time agency contract within theEarly Intervention in Psychosis Servicebased inDerby.
Contract Details:
* Location:Derby (Community-based role)
* Hours:Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
* Pay Rates:
o £27.00 per hour (Umbrella)
o £21.71 per hour (PAYE, inclusive)
Role Overview:This role is based within theEarly Intervention in Psychosis (EIP) Service, supporting individuals aged 14–64 who are experiencing or are at risk of experiencing a first episode of psychosis. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, recovery-focused care.
You will be responsible for managing a defined caseload, conducting comprehensive assessments, and delivering a range of psychosocial interventions. The role also involves working closely with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure holistic and coordinated care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a caseload of individuals with first episode psychosis (FEP)
* Conduct extended mental health assessments and risk evaluations
* Develop and implement care plans, safety plans, and recovery-focused interventions
* Deliver psycho-social interventions including CBT-informed practice, family work, and carer education
* Participate in weekly MDT meetings and contribute to collaborative care planning
* Liaise with GPs, social care, education, and voluntary sector partners
* Support service users in accessing education, employment, and social opportunities
* Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with NHS standards
* Safeguard adults and children in line with local and national protocols
Incentives and Benefits:
* £250 sign-up bonus for new nurses (paid in your first pay packet)
* £250 referral bonus for every nurse you refer who completes a 3-month contract
* Free DBS checks via fast-track online service
* £250 training allowance
* Three weekly payroll runs
* Specialist mental health consultants as your single point of contact
* Real-time job alerts via text and email
* PAYE and Ltd company payment options available
* Nationwide provider to over 40 NHS Trusts and 200+ local authorities
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Send your CV to:andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr