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Mental Health Practitioner - Community Mental Health Team
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
The Mental Health Practitioner post is an exciting opportunity to work within the East Dunbartonshire Mental Health Team.
The Post Has Two Aspects To The Role
- Carrying out ADHD assessments, monitoring medication and treatment for a small caseload of patients, working closely with the Psychiatrist.
- Supporting delivery of low-level psychological therapies, individually or within a group setting.
You will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT), while also being able to work autonomously.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- This is a permanent full-time post working 36 hours per week
- These hours will be worked Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 (one day finish at 15:30)
- The base is at Kirkintilloch Health and Care Centre; however, the post holder may be required to travel to other bases throughout East Dunbartonshire.
- Due to the large geographical area, a valid driving licence is required.
Key Responsibilities
You will carry out ADHD assessments and monitor medication and treatment for a small caseload of patients, working closely with a Psychiatrist.
You will deliver low-level psychological therapies on an individual and group basis, while working both autonomously and collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
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The role requires excellent planning, organisational, and mental health assessment skills, alongside the ability to remain adaptable and flexible. In addition, the post holder will support junior staff, including student nurses, and contribute to the overall functioning of the team.
Knowledge, Training, Qualifications and/or Experience Required to Do the Job:
- 1st level Mental Health Nurse
- Registered with the NMC
- Minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience
- Full driving licence as the position requires driving to various clinics throughout East Dunbartonshire
Knowledge and Training
- Training and robust supervision will be provided for ADHD-related work
- Training and supervision will also be provided for delivery of low-level psychological therapies
- Post holder must demonstrate excellent mental health assessment skills and knowledge
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact: Maureen McBride - Nurse Team Leader on 0141 232 8262 or Maureen.McBride2@nhs.scot
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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