CAMHS Crisis Practitioner - Flexible Shifts, Impactful Care

North East London NHS Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in London is seeking qualified Bank Band 6 Crisis Practitioners for their CAMHS teams. In this flexible role, you will provide urgent mental health assessments and deliver support to children and young people in crisis. Ideal candidates will possess experience in crisis intervention and strong communication skills, ensuring safe and compassionate care. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact in young people's lives.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Opportunity to make a real impact

Qualifications

• Professional registration with NMC/HCPC required.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate approach to support young people and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide urgent mental health assessments for children and young people in crisis.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to support emotional stability.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary professionals.
• Support families in managing de-escalation of crises.
• Contribute to a person-centred service focusing on safety and recovery.

Skills

Experience in CAMHS

Crisis intervention

Assessment and risk management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Qualified mental health nurse, social worker, or occupational therapist

Job description

A leading healthcare organization in London is seeking qualified Bank Band 6 Crisis Practitioners for their CAMHS teams. In this flexible role, you will provide urgent mental health assessments and deliver support to children and young people in crisis. Ideal candidates will possess experience in crisis intervention and strong communication skills, ensuring safe and compassionate care. Join a dedicated team making a significant impact in young people's lives.