CAMHS Crisis Clinician - Band 6

Hunter Gatherer AHP & Mental Health; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health staffing agency is seeking a CAMHS Crisis Clinician to provide high-quality care to children and adolescents in crisis across multiple locations in the UK. This role involves delivering assessments, collaborating with teams, and supporting families. Candidates need proficiency in crisis intervention and flexible working across various shifts. Competitive hourly rates apply.

Benefits

GBP250 referral bonus

Dedicated support throughout application

Access to NHS and private sector opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAMHS, ideally within crisis or acute care settings.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple sites and shift patterns.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, child- and family-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver crisis assessments and interventions for children and young people.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Support families and carers during urgent mental health situations.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Risk management

Job description

Overview

CAMHS Crisis Clinician Location: Ripon, York, Scarborough
Rates: GBP26 per hour (Day) GBP31 per hour (Night)
Working Pattern: Long Days 07:45 - 20:00, Nights 19:45 - 08:00
Contract: 3-month ongoing assignment
Start Date: ASAP

What You'll Be Doing

As a CAMHS Crisis Clinician, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, person-centred care to children and adolescents in crisis. You will:

• Deliver crisis assessments and interventions for children and young people.
• Work across multiple sites (Ripon, York, Scarborough) to provide timely support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans and ensure continuity of care.
• Support families and carers during urgent mental health situations.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Contribute to service development and share best practices with colleagues.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAMHS, ideally within crisis or acute care settings.
• Strong assessment, risk management, and crisis intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple sites and shift patterns.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, child- and family-centred care.

Working Hours & Contract Duration

• Long Days: 07:45 - 20:00
• Nights: 19:45 - 08:00
• 3-month ongoing assignment, with potential for extension.

Why Choose Hunter Mental Health?

• Specialist recruitment consultants focused exclusively on mental health staffing.
• Dedicated support throughout your application process.
• Access to a network of NHS and private sector opportunities.
• Experienced recruiters who understand clinical environments and requirements.

Referral Bonus

Know someone who would be a great fit? Refer them to us today, and if they start, you'll earn GBP250!