Locum Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner (RMN, SW or OT)
We are currently recruiting for a skilled and compassionate Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner to join an Adult Community Mental Health Team on a locum basis. This post is open to Registered Mental Health Nurses (RMNs), Qualified Social Workers, or Occupational Therapists with relevant experience in community mental health.
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Contract Type: Locum - Full-Time, Mon-Fri 9-5
Hourly Rate: £26+
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 3 - 6 months (with possible extension)
Role Overview
The successful candidate will manage a caseload of adults with complex and enduring mental health needs, providing assessment, care coordination, and therapeutic interventions as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a defined caseload, providing recovery-focused care coordination under the CPA framework
- Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments
- Develop and review individualised care plans in collaboration with service users and carers
- Deliver evidence-based interventions and monitor treatment effectiveness
- Liaise with GPs, acute services, social care, and voluntary organisations
- Participate in regular MDT meetings, supervision, and service development
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with trust policies
Requirements
- NMC registration as a Mental Health Nurse (RMN), Social Work England registration as a Social Worker, or HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
- Minimum of 12 months' post-qualification experience in community mental health services
- Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation (e.g., MHA, MCA, safeguarding)
- Excellent clinical assessment, communication, and organisational skills
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (community visits required)
- Enhanced DBS check (mandatory)
Desirable Skills and Experience
- Experience using electronic patient records (e.g., RiO or SystmOne)
- Training in psychosocial interventions or CBT approaches
- Familiarity with trauma-informed or recovery-oriented care models