CAMHS Practitioner in Birmingham)

Benton Robertson; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CAMHS Practitioner for a locum role in Birmingham. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people facing urgent mental health challenges. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct comprehensive assessments, develop personalized care plans, and provide evidence-based interventions. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with a commitment to high-quality patient-centered care. With flexible long days and a contract duration of 3 months, this is a chance to make a significant impact in a vital area of healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current NMC registration is required for this role.
• Experience in CAMHS urgent care or mental health crisis settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health assessments for children in crisis.
• Develop care plans and provide therapeutic interventions.
• Liaise with families and professionals for holistic care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Crisis Intervention

Mental Health Assessment

Patient-Centered Care

Education

NMC Registration

Job description

Locum CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6) - Urgent Care Team, Birmingham!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner looking for a rewarding locum role in Birmingham? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6)

Location: Birmingham

Duration: 3 months ongoing

Schedule: Long days

Start Date: ASAP

Rate of Pay: £26 per hour

What You'll Be Doing:

Join our team as a CAMHS Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting children and young people with urgent mental health needs. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments for children and young people in crisis.
2. Developing and implementing personalised care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
3. Providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support emotional well-being and recovery.
4. Offering crisis intervention and risk management strategies to ensure the safety of young people.
5. Liaising with families, schools, social workers, and other professionals to deliver holistic care.
6. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS standards and guidelines.
7. Offering guidance and psychoeducation to families and caregivers.

Requirements & Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

1. A current and valid NMC registration (or relevant professional body registration).
2. Previous experience in CAMHS urgent care or working with children and adolescents in mental health crisis settings.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
5. A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role requires availability for long days. The contract is for an initial 3-month period, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.