Job Description
Locum CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6) – Urgent Care Team, Birmingham!
JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner looking for a rewarding locum role in Birmingham? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!
Job Title: CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6)
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 3 months ongoing
Schedule: Long days
Start Date: ASAP
Rate of Pay: £26 per hour
Contact: Ozan Topbas
What You’ll Be Doing:
Join our team as a CAMHS Practitioner and play a vital role in supporting children and young people with urgent mental health needs. Your responsibilities will include:
* Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments for children and young people in crisis.
* Developing and implementing personalised care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
* Providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support emotional well-being and recovery.
* Offering crisis intervention and risk management strategies to ensure the safety of young people.
* Liaising with families, schools, social workers, and other professionals to deliver holistic care.
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS standards and guidelines.
* Offering guidance and psychoeducation to families and caregivers.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A current and valid NMC registration (or relevant professional body registration).
* Previous experience in CAMHS urgent care or working with children and adolescents in mental health crisis settings.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
* A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This role requires availability for long days. The contract is for an initial 3-month period, with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.
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