Senior Mental Health Practioner - Warrington, United Kingdom - Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

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assist in the overall delivery of care in a care coordination role to patients within the mental health team at HMP Risley and HMP Thorncross You will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care for mental health.

This includes respecting individuality, values, culture and religious diversity of clients and colleagues and thus contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

The successful applicant is required to demonstrate a "can-do" attitude, be resilient and possess excellent organisational skill. An ability to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team is essential.


Healthcare services operate 7 days a week, and the successful applicants would need to be flexible in their approach to meeting the demands of the service.


The days within the prison service are varied and there is a wide range of training and development opportunities available.


By being involved in multi-disciplinary and inter-agency liaison you will support Effective Care Co-ordination and the formulation of risk management strategies for those identified with complex needs.

As well as being involved in the multi-disciplinary and inter-agency liaison to support and/or facilitate assessments as part of the secure services care-pathway.

It is also important as a Band 6 Nurse to make sure you are able to respect the rights of patients whilst upholding their privacy and dignity whilst also making sure any issues that will affect public protection either in or outside of Prison are raised to the relevant department


Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.


We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work.

From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humor and generosity.


Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

See attached detailed job description and person specification for further information.


Staff benefits Pay Enhancements - 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts

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