Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner

Sanctuary Personnel; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner to join their dynamic team in Blackpool. This exciting locum opportunity offers flexible working hours, allowing you to tailor your schedule while making a significant impact in mental health care. You will manage a defined caseload, engage in holistic assessments, and collaborate with professionals to provide integrated care for young individuals. With competitive hourly rates and a vibrant work environment, this role is perfect for those looking to enhance their professional portfolio while enjoying the scenic beauty of Blackpool.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive hourly rates

Professional development opportunities

Multi-disciplinary team experience

Autonomous work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health care, particularly with children and families.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload and coordinate care programs for children and families.
• Engage in holistic assessment and treatment of young individuals with mental health issues.

Skills

Clinical Reasoning

Holistic Assessment

Collaboration

Advocacy

Risk Assessment

Education

Relevant Degree in Mental Health

Job description

Exciting Locum Opportunity: Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner, Mental Health, Blackpool UK - Earn £30 - £35 Hourly

Join the Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust in Blackpool as a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner. This ongoing role offers flexible hours, with core hours from 9-5 Monday to Friday. Adapt your schedule to suit your needs, whether it's 8am - 6pm over three or four days, 9am - 6pm, or a part-time arrangement. Experience the rewarding world of locum work in the vibrant setting of Blackpool!

Perks and Benefits:

1. Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 9-5, with options to adjust start and finish times for the perfect work-life balance.
2. Competitive hourly rates of £30 - £35, a financial boost that acknowledges your skills and experience in mental health care.
3. Gain a wealth of experience through varied assignments, enriching your professional portfolio and enhancing your career prospects.
4. Experience the thrill of working within a multi-disciplinary team, offering you continuous professional development opportunities.
5. Embrace the freedom of being a locum, allowing you to take control of your career path while making a significant impact in mental health care.

What you will do:

1. Manage a defined caseload, using specialist knowledge and clinical reasoning to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care programs for children and families, coordinating with relevant agencies.
2. Engage in holistic assessment and treatment of young individuals with mental health issues, focusing on those at risk of or who have attempted deliberate self-harm.
3. Collaborate with professionals and agencies to provide comprehensive and integrated care for young people, their families, and carers.
4. Work within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the delivery of high-quality therapeutic interventions aligned with evidence-based practices and NICE guidelines.
5. Uphold confidentiality and maintain exemplary clinical records, including electronic data entry and report writing.
6. Demonstrate autonomous professional responsibility for assessment, treatment, and discharge of clients, with a focus on advocacy for young people and their families.
7. Conduct thorough assessments using diverse data sources, ensuring effective risk assessment and management.

Nestled on the scenic coast, Blackpool is a fantastic place to live and work. With its lively atmosphere, stunning beach, and iconic attractions, it offers an ideal mix of work and leisure. Embark on your next professional adventure as a CAMHS Practitioner in this dynamic locale!

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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