Senior Mental Health Worker - Nurse/Social Worker/OT- Oxford

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Oxford is seeking a registered clinician to support young people's mental health at the first point of contact. The role involves conducting assessments, collaborating with internal and external agencies, and providing training and consultation for effective support. Applicants should be registered in nursing, occupational therapy or social work with strong communication skills and an understanding of CAMHS.

Benefits

Excellent opportunities for career progression

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS discount offers

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Registered clinician in nursing, occupational therapy or social work.
• Strong communication and multi-agency working skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health triage and assessments for children and young people.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies for effective support.
• Provide consultation and training to support mental health interventions.
• Contribute to service development through audits and quality assurance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of CAMHS

Experience in multi-agency working

Education

Relevant field registration (nursing, occupational therapy, social work)

Job description

Overview

Are you a confident, registered clinician ready to support young people and families at the first point of contact with mental health services?

The Oxfordshire CAMHS SPA team provides consultation, advice and support for children, young people and professionals. We promote self-help where appropriate and ensure referrals are directed to the right CAMHS pathway. The role involves joint decision-making, close work with schools, GPs and social care, and a calm, coordinated team approach.

You’ll be registered in a relevant field such as nursing, occupational therapy or social work, with strong communication skills and an understanding of CAMHS. Experience in multi-agency working is key.

We welcome applications from Band 5 clinicians looking for a supported development route into a Band 6 role.

Join us to help make access to mental health care clearer, quicker and more effective for young people across Oxfordshire.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality, needs-led mental health triage and assessments for children and young people via the CAMHS SPA, including telephone interventions, risk assessments, and care planning.
• Work collaboratively with internal CAMHS teams and external agencies such as schools, healthcare providers, and local authorities to ensure joined-up, effective support.
• Provide consultation, training, and supervision to colleagues and other professionals to support early identification and timely intervention in young people’s mental health.
• Contribute to service development and clinical governance through audits, evidence-based resource creation, research activity, and quality assurance processes.

Qualifications

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.

Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.

Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent”

Benefits

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
• Competitive pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Anna Hurst
Job title: Clinical Team Manager
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 01865 902515

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own.

Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application