Part-Time CAMHS Clinician – Mental Health Practitioner

The Methodist Church in Britain; Swindon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS paid by Trust

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare’s CAMHS service is offering part-time positions (22.5 hours per week) to assess and support children and young people with complex mental health needs. The role includes delivering interventions, coordinating care, and contributing to the i-Thrive model, with potential for base changes as service structures evolve.

Applicants must be registered mental health nurses, RNLD, or qualified social workers, with DBS checks and right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health care for children and young people.
• Ability to use and interpret therapy outcome measures.
• Ability to communicate clearly with families, schools and other agencies.
• Understanding of the legislative framework for CAMHS roles.
• Ability to maintain confidential clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments and risk assessments.
• Deliver goal-focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people.
• Provide care coordination for a defined caseload; develop accessible services.

Skills

Outcome measures

Risk assessment

Communication

Time management

Report writing

Team collaboration

Job description

Dorset HealthCare’s CAMHS service is offering part-time positions (22.5 hours per week) to assess and support children and young people with complex mental health needs. The role includes delivering interventions, coordinating care, and contributing to the i-Thrive model, with potential for base changes as service structures evolve.

Applicants must be registered mental health nurses, RNLD, or qualified social workers, with DBS checks and right to work in the UK.