CAMHS Enhanced Therapeutic Resource Practitioner

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare provider in Chesterfield is seeking a CAMHS Enhanced Therapeutic Resource Practitioner. This role involves managing a diverse workload within a dedicated team focused on improving mental health for young people. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and experience in service development. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Induction programme and ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• RN, Registered Social Worker, or Registered OT required.
• Two years post qualifying experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in service development and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own workload within the requirements of the post.
• Engage with young clients in clinical and non-clinical settings.
• Participate in research projects and provide clinical supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of CAMHS legislation

Communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to assess mental health risk

IT proficiency

Education

Degree or Diploma in relevant profession

Post graduate qualification in child & adolescent mental health

Job description

CAMHS Enhanced Therapeutic Resource Practitioner – Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Overview

Closing date: 05 October 2025. Have you ever thought about working in CAMHS but are unsure if you have the right skills? Do you have a passion for working in mental health? If you have the core qualifications we would like to hear from you. We don’t mind if you don’t have all the desirable elements. Our induction programme and ongoing learning opportunities will give you the opportunity to build on your existing skills, to be yourself and thrive in a reputable CAMHS service that the CQC rated outstanding.

Main duties of the job

Based in our new building close to Chesterfield town centre, but working across all our bases. We are looking for registered professionals to work in our Enhanced Therapy Team and we really want to hear from you. It is an exciting time for the service as we grow and expand our offer to the young people and families of North Derbyshire. We want you to help transform our service and expand our Intensive Home Treatment Team. Working alongside an already well established team we have a well-developed clinical supervision programme.

As an autonomous practitioner you will be responsible for managing your own work load within the requirements of the post.

Our workforce comes from various professional backgrounds and there are opportunities for building up professional networks within the service. We value the diversity of our clinicians and the different skill sets that they bring with them.

We offer flexible working, and have special leave and staff support policy in place.

About us

We provide a full range of district general services including urgent and emergency care, specialist children's services, maternity and community midwifery. We also offer primary care through three GP practices with eight surgeries between them. Our vision is exceptional care provided by exceptional people. Our mission is to bring our people, communities and partners together – providing patient care we can all be proud of. Your energy and leadership will be critical to our success.

Our main hospital is on a greenfield site with abundant countryside, lovely views, beautiful landscaping and outdoor gym – it’s easy to access green space at break times which offers an opportunity to de-stress.

Our new building, which is close by, is located in a historic market town and on the doorstep of Sheffield, a vibrant, multi-cultural/cosmopolitan city.

Both sites are easily accessible from the M1 and the A61 and the local train station is nearby.

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• RN or Registered Social Worker or registered OT – Degree or Diploma qualification in relevant profession as above – Evidence of continuing professional development
• Post basic training in child & adolescent mental health – Graduate level or post graduate qualification

Experience

• Experience of service development – Two years post qualifying experience in a relevant field. Working knowledge of health, social care, education, criminal justice and the independent sector
• Experience of service evaluation & audit – Experience of involving users & carers in service developments

Skills and Knowledge

• Up to date working knowledge of legislation relevant to CAMHS and mental health – Competent in assessing mental health risk and difficulties, interpreting sensitive information and formulating care plans in a collaborative way. Ability to engage with 'hard to reach clients' in clinical and non-clinical environments. Ability to use appropriate IT packages and email competently
• Extensive knowledge base in child & adolescent development and mental health – Experience in the preparation & provision of training – Experience in provision of clinical supervision. Participation in research projects. Experience of the Criminal Justice System. Knowledge of pharmacology and its application to CAMHS

Personal Attributes

• Qualities essential to clinical practice e.g. respect, genuineness and personal integrity. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A car driver with full current driving licence and own transport. For disabled applicants suitable alternative arrangements may be agreed if necessary. Be prepared to work as a lone worker in community settings

Demonstrates Trust Values

• Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

£38,682 to £46,580 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working, Compressed hours