Senior mental health practitioner

Job overview

We have an opportunity for you to join the Greater Manchester Assessment and In-reach Team or GMAIC, as it's often referred to. This is 12-month post covering our colleague, who is heading off on maternity leave.

You should be able to demonstrate relevant experience working with children and young people with mental health difficulties and evidence their skills in the assessment of risk. You should also have experience of working across agencies and developing holistic care plans. Knowledge of relevant legislation is preferred and a sound understanding of safeguarding processes is essential.

You will be enthusiastic, demonstrate a proactive approach to their work, engage in learning and development and be passionate about working within crisis care. The assessment centre is committed to supporting the successful individual within a robust development framework and will off...