Early-Intervention CAMHS Practitioner – Primary Tier

Riverside Healthcare Ltd; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust in Wakefield is seeking a CAMHS Primary Practitioner (Band 5) to join the Primary Intervention Team. You will triage, assess and provide brief interventions for children and families within the SPA, delivering targeted support and making onward referrals as needed.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team in a community or hospital setting, with a focus on early intervention and safeguarding. UK registration and NHS experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered professional with UK registration in one of the eligible disciplines.
• Experience working within CAMHS or similar mental health services.
• Ability to work within MDT and triage pathway.

Responsibilities

• First point of contact via SPA triage for children, young people and families.
• Deliver 2+1 brief intervention sessions.
• Make informed clinical decisions and provide signposting.
• Manage risk assessment and safeguarding referrals.

Skills

Strong communication

Decision making

Independent & team work

Early intervention

Education

Registered MH Nurse / Social Worker / OT

Job description

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust in Wakefield is seeking a CAMHS Primary Practitioner (Band 5) to join the Primary Intervention Team. You will triage, assess and provide brief interventions for children and families within the SPA, delivering targeted support and making onward referrals as needed.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team in a community or hospital setting, with a focus on early intervention and safeguarding. UK registration and NHS experience are essential.