Job summary Are you looking to make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and vulnerable adults? As the In-Patient Liaison Lead, you will play a crucial role across Buckinghamshire, managing cases of young people with the most complex needs and ensuring they receive the multi-agency support they require. You will also oversee out-of-area inpatients, providing vital oversight and care. This role is part of the crisis team within OSCA (Outreach Service for Children and Adolescents), a specialised component of our integrated service model within the Child & Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). You will collaborate with various specialised teams from across the Trust. If you are looking for a role where you can provide expert clinical care, leadership, and support across multiple teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact on the community Main duties of the job Provide expert clinical care, including skilled assessment, treatment, and consultation within CAMHS, and manage a caseload of crisis patients. Develop and review risk management plans, offering specialist advice and support to other professionals and contributing to young people's assessment and treatment. Support and inspire colleagues, set and improve standards, and provide expert advice and guidance across the organisation and beyond. Contribute to the education, training, and development of clinical staff and partner agencies, helping to integrate theory and practice. Work at the forefront of practice innovation, generating and evaluating practice protocols, and participating in national professional networks. Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties. Applicants must have a full valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle for work. Adjustments can be considered in line with the Equality Act 2010 where required. About us Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast 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" We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: 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 apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team Date posted 20 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 267-BM6998535 Job locations Sue Nichols Centre Bierton Road Aylesbury HP20 1EG Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Job description Job responsibilities We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application. The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification and registration in Social Work, Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Therapy. Skills Essential Knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management in different settings Desirable Teaching/mentoring qualification. Experience Essential Experience of working with children and young people who have complex mental illness and their families and carers or experience of working within Child maltreatment and abuse and parenting services Desirable Experience of working within a Child & Adolescent inpatient setting Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Qualification and registration in Social Work, Mental Health Nursing or Occupational Therapy. Skills Essential Knowledge and experience of risk assessment and management in different settings Desirable Teaching/mentoring qualification. Experience Essential Experience of working with children and young people who have complex mental illness and their families and carers or experience of working within Child maltreatment and abuse and parenting services Desirable Experience of working within a Child & Adolescent inpatient setting Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Oxford Health NHS Trust Address Sue Nichols Centre Bierton Road Aylesbury HP20 1EG Employer's website https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)