CAMHS Specialist Practitioner: Training & Growth Path

West London Mental Health Trust; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

West London NHS Trust invites applications from registered nurses, social workers or occupational therapists to join a CAMHS Specialist Practitioner training programme aimed at developing Band 6 to Band 7 clinical experts.

The programme combines formal teaching, experiential learning and supervision, with a focus on assessment in crisis and the development of risk management plans to support safe discharge and effective care.

Qualifications

• Registered MH nurses, social workers or occupational therapists with post-registration training.
• Experience in child/adolescent in-patient and/or community services.
• Ability to be creative, flexible, and decisive.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and young people in crisis.
• Develop risk assessment and risk management plans.
• Deliver specialist CAMH services and contribute to crisis pathway.
• Support progression towards Band 7 roles through the training programme.

Skills

CAMHS experience

Clinical assessment

Risk assessment

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (NMC)

Social Worker (HCPC/SWE)

Occupational Therapist (HCPC)

Job description

West London NHS Trust invites applications from registered nurses, social workers or occupational therapists to join a CAMHS Specialist Practitioner training programme aimed at developing Band 6 to Band 7 clinical experts.

The programme combines formal teaching, experiential learning and supervision, with a focus on assessment in crisis and the development of risk management plans to support safe discharge and effective care.