Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner - Crisis Team

Job description

JOB-20240911-c1c514b9

Job Title:
Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner - Crisis Team

Specialism:
Children's Mental Health

Location:
Northallerton, UK

Salary:
£26.00 - £40.00 hourly

Type:
Full-Time and Part-Time (Ongoing opportunities)

Embark on an exciting career journey with this excellent opportunity for a Band 6 Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Practitioner to join our Crisis Team in Northallerton. Dive into your role at the heart of children's mental health where your expertise will make a real difference in the lives of young people. Your efforts will be rewarded with a generous hourly rate and flexible working options.

Perks and benefits:

• Flexible Working: Embrace flexibility with Full-Time and Part-Time roles designed to fit your life and commitments, enabling a seamless work-life balance.
• Varied Workdays: Experience varied workdays that keep you engaged and challenged, preventing monotony and encouraging personal growth.
• Supportive Team: Join a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to collaborative practice, allowing you to share knowledge and learn continuously.
• Career Development: Expand your career horizons with opportunities for further training and professional development, keeping your skills sharp and current.

What you will do:

• Undertake urgent mental health assessments for children and young people in crisis, including comprehensive risk assessments and meticulous safety planning.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions and short-term intensive support, focused on stabilising immediate mental health concerns.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, engaging with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals for holistic care.
• Liaise effectively with external agencies such as schools, social care, GP practices, police, and emergency services to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Contribute to admission avoidance strategies and facilitate early discharge from inpatient services where appropriate, advocating for the least restrictive care.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Professional qualification in Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Post-registration training in child and adolescent mental health (desirable).

Registration & Compliance:

• Current registration with NMC, HCPC, or Social Work England.
• Knowledge of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Children Act 1989/2004, and NHS safeguarding frameworks.
• Understanding of CQC standards and clinical governance requirements.

Northallerton offers an inviting lifestyle, with its blend of picturesque landscapes and vibrant community life. It's not just a job, it's an adventure in a place where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Enjoy the charm of a market town while working in a role that is rewarding and impactful. Come join us in Northallerton where your skills will shine, and your contributions will be valued.

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Apply now to join Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner - Crisis Team in Northallerton and take the next step in your career with Sanctuary Personnel.