Youth CAMHS Mental Health Practitioner

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust; Castleford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to join Wakefield CAMHS. You will work with young people and families, manage a caseload, conduct risk assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires autonomous practice within professional guidelines, commitment to safeguarding, and collaboration with schools and social services. A willingness to engage in supervision and training is essential.

Qualifications

• Substantial post-qualification experience with Children/Young People in mental health.
• Experience working within MDT and inter-agency settings.
• Evidence-based interventions and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment to children and young people with mental health needs.
• Work autonomously within MDT with supervision as needed.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
• Deliver clinical interventions and care planning with appropriate documentation.
• Collaborate with schools, social care and other partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Caseload management

Negotiation

Problem solving

Teamwork

Multi-agency collaboration

Education

Nursing qualification

Dip SW or related field

Postgraduate mental health qualification

Tools

RIO system

Job description

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust is seeking a Mental Health Practitioner to join Wakefield CAMHS. You will work with young people and families, manage a caseload, conduct risk assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires autonomous practice within professional guidelines, commitment to safeguarding, and collaboration with schools and social services. A willingness to engage in supervision and training is essential.