Senior CAMHS Therapy Lead – Trauma-Informed Care

North London NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based mental health service in Greater London is seeking a motivated practitioner psychologist or psychotherapist to lead psychological therapists within the Crisis Pathway. You will contribute to strategic direction and improve care for children and young people. The ideal candidate will have a doctorate or equivalent, relevant qualifications, and significant experience in a children’s mental health setting. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or PhD in psychology or an AFT recognized four-year training in Systemic Psychotherapy.
• Professional healthcare registration relevant to qualification.
• Significant experience at Band 8a or higher in children’s mental health.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychological therapists on the pathway and influence strategic direction.
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Crisis Pathway.
• Provide supervision and consultation to other professionals.

Skills

Clinical skills working with children, young people & families

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work across organisational boundaries

Skills in providing consultation

Good IT knowledge

Self-awareness and reflective ability

Awareness of national guidelines in CAMHS

Education

Doctorate / PhD / additional training in relevant profession

Professional healthcare registration (HCPC, UKCP)

Post-qualification training to supervisor level

Management or leadership training

Job description

A community-based mental health service in Greater London is seeking a motivated practitioner psychologist or psychotherapist to lead psychological therapists within the Crisis Pathway. You will contribute to strategic direction and improve care for children and young people. The ideal candidate will have a doctorate or equivalent, relevant qualifications, and significant experience in a children’s mental health setting. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional development are offered.