CAMHS Crisis Care Lead Clinician – Flexible Hours

Transformation Unit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Compressed hours

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is recruiting a CAMHS Crisis Care Clinical Lead (Band 7) to shape crisis services for children and young people across Manchester, Salford and Trafford. The role blends direct clinical work with leadership, governance and professional development within a multi-disciplinary team.

We welcome experienced mental health clinicians, including nurses, social workers and occupational therapists, who can manage complex risk, supervise colleagues and drive

Qualifications

• Core professional qualification in nursing, occupational therapy or social care; evidence of CPD.
• Masters level or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Registered with the relevant body and continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Undertake and oversee complex mental health assessments and risk formulation.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and line management of staff.
• Coordinate clinical governance, referrals and service development.

Skills

Mental health leadership

Risk assessment

Supervision

Trauma-informed care

Education

Core professional qualification in nursing/occupational therapy/social care

Masters level or equivalent

Professional registration and CPD

Experience supervising others

Senior clinician experience

Job description

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is recruiting a CAMHS Crisis Care Clinical Lead (Band 7) to shape crisis services for children and young people across Manchester, Salford and Trafford. The role blends direct clinical work with leadership, governance and professional development within a multi-disciplinary team.

We welcome experienced mental health clinicians, including nurses, social workers and occupational therapists, who can manage complex risk, supervise colleagues and drive