CAMHS Rapid Response Practitioner - Shift Lead

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust; Slough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Slough seeks Advanced Mental Health Practitioners to enhance children's mental health care. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with mental health assessments. This full-time role involves urgent care responsibilities, team collaboration, and contributes to a compassionate service aimed at improving the well-being of young people in crisis. A flexible working environment and a commitment to professional growth are offered.

Benefits

27 days' annual leave

Flexible working options

Learning and career development opportunities

'Cycle to Work' scheme

Access to wellbeing tools

Discounts at retailers

Free parking

Qualifications

• Recognised professional qualification in RGN, Mental Health Nursing, Social Work, or Occupational Therapy.
• Experience with children and young people with mental health needs.
• Strong skills in formulation and care planning.

Responsibilities

• Carry out urgent mental health assessments for children in crisis.
• Create care plans based on assessments.
• Act as shift lead, managing referrals and team responses.

Skills

Mental health assessment

Crisis response

Risk assessment

Multi-agency working

Child protection

Education

Masters Level qualification or equivalent

Registration with NMC or HCPC

Job description

A healthcare service provider in Slough seeks Advanced Mental Health Practitioners to enhance children's mental health care. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience with mental health assessments. This full-time role involves urgent care responsibilities, team collaboration, and contributes to a compassionate service aimed at improving the well-being of young people in crisis. A flexible working environment and a commitment to professional growth are offered.