CAMHS Senior Mental Health Practitioner for GP

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Windsor; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their innovative CAMHS team. This role is pivotal in enhancing access to mental health support for children and young people, working closely with GP surgeries and community resources. You will conduct assessments, provide training, and manage a caseload, all while contributing to a forward-thinking initiative that prioritizes the well-being of young individuals. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in mental health care.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Excellent learning and career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Access to wellbeing tools

Discounts at retailers and restaurants

Generous maternity and paternity leave

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health assessment and intervention for children.
• Ability to provide training and consultation to healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Assess and triage children with mental health concerns.
• Provide training and consultation to GPs and MDT members.
• Facilitate referrals to appropriate local services.

Skills

Mental Health Assessment

CAMHS Knowledge

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Training and Consultation

Education

Registered Nurse Qualification

Social Work Degree

Allied Health Professional Qualification

Job description

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Are you a registered Nurse, Social Worker or Allied Health Professional looking for a unique new CAMHS role?

Do you want to be part of a ground-breaking scheme successfully providing children & young people with faster access to support?

We’re looking for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join our CAMHS team as part of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). You’ll be part of an innovative project, enhancing joint working in Primary Care, that’s already making a significant impact and delivering outstanding outcomes.

You’ll spend 2.5 days working in Berkshire Healthcare’s experienced Getting Help team, and 2.5 days at 3 GP surgeries in Windsor & Maidenhead. You’ll support young people presenting with emotional wellbeing and mental health concerns, making it easier for them to access the right help quickly.

Your Role Will Include

• Assessing young people’s needs
• Using your CAMHS knowledge to provide rapid access to services
• Managing a small caseload
• Provide training, advice and consultation to GPs, PCN staff and other MDT members on the mental health needs of children and families and local referral processes.
  
  

This role offers excellent supervision, development opportunities and the chance to further enhance your assessment and formulation skills, while contributing to a forward-thinking scheme that’s already proving to deliver successful outcomes.

Applications are processed as they are received. We encourage you to apply ASAP as roles can close early!

• Conduct assessments and triage for children and young people presenting with mental health concerns, including same-day and planned appointments.
• Screen, assess, and signpost young people to appropriate local services, such as youth counselling, peer support, and other community resources.
• Facilitate referrals and ensure all necessary information is provided to support referral pathways.
• Help young people develop coping strategies and build on their strengths to manage mental health challenges.
• Work with CAMHS to provide crisis support and avoid unnecessary admissions, responding quickly and effectively when needed.
• Represent patients in Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings, offering input into clinical management and ongoing support.
• Provide advice and consultation to GPs and other MDT members on the mental health needs of children and families.
• Work closely with CAMHS and other services to ensure smooth access to care, helping young people find the best support for their needs
  
  

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our Values At Berkshire Healthcare Are

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
  
  

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust site
  
  

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Catherine Moulds Job title: Talent Acquisition Partner Email address: [e-mail]

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