CAMHS Clinician - Band 5-6 Developmental postNHS
Job summary
Band 5-6 developmental post: We offer a comprehensive induction and workforce development plan with a vast array of personal, professional and academic training opportunities enabling you to expand your skill set and evidence based practices. This is a developmental post with progression to a Band 6 upon meeting the criteria within the Band 6 job description and competency framework specific to CAMHS and the completion of the preceptorship (if not already completed).
As a team we are always approachable, down to earth and professional. Our Staff Team are often described by our patients as being very caring and professional individuals who always advocate for the rights of the child or young person in our care. Within the CAMHS Team we have a very varied work load, which means that every day will bring new and exciting opportunities for you to develop your skills. In order to support you in your development we will use regular supervision, appraisal and talent management, to identify your interests and support your development.
This post supports delivery within the CAMHS Getting Help Team under the I-THRIVE model, providing early, evidence-based interventions for children and young people with mild to moderate mental health needs. The role includes assessment, low-intensity therapeutic work, and collaboration with families, schools, and partner agencies.
Main duties of the job
Whether you're an experienced Registered Nurse or a Newly Registered Nurse, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service that puts patient care first. You will have the time and support to make a real difference every day.
Student Nurse's that are due to register in the next 3 months are very welcome to apply. Full training and Preceptorship programme will be provided to help you build confidence and develop your career in this specialist area.
The CAMHS Getting Help Team is a dynamic team that is comprised of CAMHS clinicians and Children's Wellbeing Practitioners with varying professional backgrounds, enabling us to provide high quality holistic mental health care to the children and young people accessing our services.
We are a forward thinking, creative team that encourages all team members to share their ideas to improve our service for young people and their families. The role of the CAMHS Getting Help clinician is crucial in young peoples recovery and improving outcomes. The successful applicant should have skills in delivering a therapy, have experience in providing nursing or Mental Health interventions, risk management or care co-ordination.
Job description
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
As part of the MDT you will have the opportunity to provide evidence based interventions and therapies to children and young peoples.
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS trust places an emphasis on Staff wellbeing and provides access to a number of formal staff support services, which are available to staff on appointment. The Getting Help Team have identified a number of staff within the team who coordinate a number of in house staff wellbeing activities. The team are regularly available to meet with staff members and there are regular whole team events to support staff whilst they are at work.
Free Car Parking is available on site.
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.