CAMHS Therapy Support Worker

NHS National Services Scotland; Brae; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Therapy Support Worker within a dedicated team focused on child and adolescent mental health. In this role, you will contribute to community-based assessments and therapeutic interventions, working closely with clinical staff to deliver effective support. Your passion for engaging with children and young people, combined with your understanding of mental health challenges, will be key in making a difference in their lives. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to equality and diversity, where your contributions will be valued and impactful. If you're ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people affected by mental health difficulties.
• Ability to engage with clients and respond to their needs.

Responsibilities

• Support therapeutic interventions for children and young people with mental health issues.
• Assist with administrative duties and deliver behavioral interventions.

Skills

Engagement with children and young people

Understanding of mental health issues

Administrative support

Education

Relevant experience in mental health

Membership in Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and suitably qualified individual to take on the role of Therapy Support Worker within Fife Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS).

As a CAMHS Therapy Support Worker within the Fife CAMHS Intensive Therapy Service (ITS) you will join a well-established, multi-disciplinary team with the aim of assisting in the provision of effective community-based assessments and therapeutic interventions.

You will be required to support the process of therapeutic interventions for children and young people who present to Fife Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service with severe, complex and enduring mental health issues. This will be achieved through accepting delegated work from senior clinical staff from within your identified team. This work will include delivering behavioural interventions and assisting with therapeutic group work under the guidance and supervision of clinical staff. You will also be required to provide practical support to senior colleagues by assisting with a number of administrative duties.

The post holders will also be able to demonstrate the ability to work autonomously in a wide variety of hospital and community settings. You will also be expected to participate in existing team and individual clinical supervision.

The post holder will have direct experience in working with and supporting children, young people & families affected by mental health difficulties. However, enthusiasm, the ability to engage with children and young people, and an understanding of the challenges facing this client group are essential. You will be able to respond to the needs of the service and the locality which will include the ability to travel across Fife and wider as required.

For informal enquiries or to arrange an informal visit, please contact Evie Maxwell, Team Leader Fife CAMHS ITS on 01334 696239 or e-mail [e-mail].

A requirement of this post is to become a member of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme prior to appointment.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK) or Irish National, you are required to confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.