CAMHS Crisis Care Worker – Youth Mental Health Support

NHS; Llandrindod Wells; Remote; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board in Wales is seeking a CAMHS Crisis Care Team member to support young people in mental health distress. You will work within a multidisciplinary team under a Registered Nurse, delivering care in clinical and community settings, supported by training in DBT/CBT and early intervention strategies.

The role covers crisis care and outreach, with a focus on risk assessment, care planning, and problem‑solving with young people and families.

Qualifications

• Foundation degree, NVQ level 4 or equivalent in a Health Care Associated Certificate
• Certificates in DBT skills, CBT skills, outdoor activity skills and/or another therapeutic
• Understanding of Mental Health issues
• Understanding of professional boundaries
• Ability to work under indirect supervision from senior practitioners
• Evidence of continuing personal development relevant to the role in health care
• Good understanding of Mental Health Conditions and the impact on people’s lives
• Local knowledge of statutory and voluntary services

Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary team under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist in the assessment process, gathering information and contributing to care plans and risk assessments.
• Deliver healthcare within the Care and Treatment plan.
• Be part of the development, creation and delivery of group work with a Registered Practitioner.
• Use DBT/CBT skills to support individuals in crisis or early intervention.
• Provide 1:1 supervision for patients on the Age-Appropriate Bed.
• Complete referrals for patients to health, public and voluntary services.
• Manage workload and safety with support from Registered Nurses.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Person-centred care

Restrictive Intervention Training

IT skills

Welsh language (learn)

Education

Foundation degree / NVQ level 4 in Health Care

Job description

Powys Teaching Health Board in Wales is seeking a CAMHS Crisis Care Team member to support young people in mental health distress. You will work within a multidisciplinary team under a Registered Nurse, delivering care in clinical and community settings, supported by training in DBT/CBT and early intervention strategies.

The role covers crisis care and outreach, with a focus on risk assessment, care planning, and problem‑solving with young people and families.