Practitioner for Early Intervention in Psychosis Service
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £38,682 - £46,580 p.a. / pro rata for part-time |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 11 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Bournemouth, BH10 4EU |
| Cwmni: | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7866848/152-M49525B |
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A Vacancy at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust.
Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, with experience of working within a community setting?
Our Early Intervention in Psychosis Service is looking for a motivated, professional, and committed individual to join their friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team. The Early Intervention in Psychosis Service works with individuals presenting with a range of psychosis related symptoms, helping them to understand their experiences and help them in their recovery journey.
As a Practitioner in the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service, you will be responsible for the assessment of patients care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care for a defined caseload of patients, age 14-65 years.
You will receive support from a designated supervisor, who will provide regular clinical supervision and guidance. The service also champions innovation, meaning you will have the opportunity to help develop the ways in which the high-quality care is provided to service users.
This is a full-time Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00, role based at Hillcrest, Ensbury Park, Flexible working opportunities will be considered, in line with service requirements.
For further information, please contact Vicky Musson, Team Leader at v.musson@nhs.net or on 01202 584336.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
You will be responsible and professionally accountable for a service user caseload within the community, focusing on service users with or suspected of having a First Episode of Psychosis.
You will provide high-quality care and treatment in conjunction with other professionals through the Trust’s agreed multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment care pathways.
You will act as a Key Worker and fully implement and adhere to the Trust policies for patient care and Risk Assessment.
You will promote and participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment and development of treatment/care pathways and reviews.
Administration of medication, ensuring compliance with nursing responsibilities under the Medicines Act (1971), the local care of Drugs policy and other relevant Trust clinical procedures (according to clinical registration).
You will be required to provide advice and demonstrate skills and team procedures to new staff and junior colleagues in the team (according to clinical registration).
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Mar 2026
Are you a registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker, with experience of working within a community setting?
Our Early Intervention in Psychosis Service is looking for a motivated, professional, and committed individual to join their friendly and supportive multi-disciplinary team. The Early Intervention in Psychosis Service works with individuals presenting with a range of psychosis related symptoms, helping them to understand their experiences and help them in their recovery journey.
As a Practitioner in the Early Intervention in Psychosis Service, you will be responsible for the assessment of patients care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care for a defined caseload of patients, age 14-65 years.
You will receive support from a designated supervisor, who will provide regular clinical supervision and guidance. The service also champions innovation, meaning you will have the opportunity to help develop the ways in which the high-quality care is provided to service users.
This is a full-time Monday to Friday, 9:00-17:00, role based at Hillcrest, Ensbury Park, Flexible working opportunities will be considered, in line with service requirements.
For further information, please contact Vicky Musson, Team Leader at v.musson@nhs.net or on 01202 584336.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
You will be responsible and professionally accountable for a service user caseload within the community, focusing on service users with or suspected of having a First Episode of Psychosis.
You will provide high-quality care and treatment in conjunction with other professionals through the Trust’s agreed multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment care pathways.
You will act as a Key Worker and fully implement and adhere to the Trust policies for patient care and Risk Assessment.
You will promote and participate in the multi-disciplinary assessment and development of treatment/care pathways and reviews.
Administration of medication, ensuring compliance with nursing responsibilities under the Medicines Act (1971), the local care of Drugs policy and other relevant Trust clinical procedures (according to clinical registration).
You will be required to provide advice and demonstrate skills and team procedures to new staff and junior colleagues in the team (according to clinical registration).
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Mar 2026