Child & Adolescent Mental Health Clinician (PMHW)

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health service in the UK is seeking a full-time Band 6 Primary Care Mental Health Worker to join the Under 18 Wellbeing team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality support to children and young people with mental health issues. Responsibilities include facilitating groups and assessments, as well as providing consultation to schools. Applicants should possess a professional qualification in nursing or social work and experience in mental health care. The position offers comprehensive training and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training programs

Career progression opportunities

Annual leave starting at 27 days, increasing to 33

NHS discounts

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in nursing, social work, therapy or equivalent.
• Experience in a Specialist CAMHS setting.
• Awareness of child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and training for schools and professionals.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups for children and families.
• Manage a caseload and undertake assessments with children.

Skills

Consultation skills

Mental health assessment

Therapeutic interventions

Education

Registered Nurse, Social Worker, or equivalent

Job description

A regional mental health service in the UK is seeking a full-time Band 6 Primary Care Mental Health Worker to join the Under 18 Wellbeing team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality support to children and young people with mental health issues. Responsibilities include facilitating groups and assessments, as well as providing consultation to schools. Applicants should possess a professional qualification in nursing or social work and experience in mental health care. The position offers comprehensive training and a supportive team environment.