Psychiatrist - CAMHS

Jupiter Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the Charlwood, Surrey area seeks a dedicated CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist to join their team. This permanent full-time position (37.5 hours per week) focuses on treating male patients aged 18+ under the Mental Health Act. The ideal candidate will have Full GMC Registration and experience with CAMHS forensic settings. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary, a car allowance, and 30 days of annual leave.

Benefits

£5,000 Car Allowance

£10,000 signing on fee

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity Package

Free meals while on duty

Employee Assistance Services

Career development and training

Wellbeing support and activities

Voluntary benefits

Medical indemnity cover

Qualifications

• Experience within a similar setting and working with adults aged 18+.
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing referrals and determining appropriateness for admission.
• Conducting admission assessments and maintaining effective management plans.
• Allocating specialist psychological treatments in line with individual needs.
• Facilitating regular CPA review meetings.

Skills

Experience of CAMHS Forensic and/or Eating Disorders

Ability to work alongside and lead a multidisciplinary team

In‑depth knowledge of Mental Health Legislation

Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management principles

Education

Full GMC Registration

Job description

An amazing new job opportunity has arisen for a committed CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist to work in an amazing hospital based in the Charlwood, Surrey area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading health care providers.

This is a low and medium secure hospital specialising in treating male patients aged 18+ who have been detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) and who will benefit from extended treatment and rehabilitation.

To be considered for this position you must hold a Full GMC Registration

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing referrals and determine appropriateness for admission
• Conducting admission assessments and maintain effective management plans of all young people on the unit
• Conducting risk assessments and review regularly
• Allocating specialist psychological treatments in line with individual needs
• Assessing physical health
• Ensuring effective liaison with referring teams
• Facilitating regular CPA review meetings
• Acting as Responsible Clinician for young people detained under the Mental Health Act
• Involvement in quality, inspections and governance processes

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience of CAMHS Forensic and/or Eating Disorders desirable
• Relevant experience within a similar setting and working with adults aged 18+
• Approval under Section 12 of the Mental Health Act
• Ability to work alongside and lead a multidisciplinary team
• In‑depth knowledge of Mental Health Legislation
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management principles

The successful CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist will receive an excellent competitive salary. This exciting position is a permanent full‑time role working 37.5 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

£5,000 Car Allowance + £10,000 signing on fee

• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off
• A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution
• Life Assurance for added peace of mind
• Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Free meals while on duty
• Employee Assistance Services
• Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work‑life balance
• Voluntary benefits
• Medical indemnity cover

Reference ID: 7100

To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV