CAMHS Specialist Psychologist – Crisis & Outreach

West London Nhs Trust; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

West London NHS Trust is seeking a Psychologist (Band 7) to join the Tri-borough CAMHS Alliance, focusing on crisis assessment, brief interventions and outreach for children and young people with acute mental health needs. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality assessments and contributing to care planning.

Ideal candidates will have doctoral training in clinical psychology and HCPC registration, with experience in CAMHS and crisis contexts, offering

Qualifications

• Doctoral level training in clinical psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society or equivalent.
• Eligible to work as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling) as approved by HCPC.
• Experience in CAMHS and crisis services or similar settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and young people with mental health needs, including risk assessments and risk management planning.
• Provide brief interventions and outreach to reduce crisis admissions and support families.
• Contribute to treatment planning and offer consultation to families, carers and professionals involved.

Skills

Clinical psychology expertise

Risk assessment

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Consultation skills

Education

Doctoral level training in clinical psychology

Eligible to work as Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling)

Job description

West London NHS Trust is seeking a Psychologist (Band 7) to join the Tri-borough CAMHS Alliance, focusing on crisis assessment, brief interventions and outreach for children and young people with acute mental health needs. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team, delivering high-quality assessments and contributing to care planning.

Ideal candidates will have doctoral training in clinical psychology and HCPC registration, with experience in CAMHS and crisis contexts, offering