The closing date is 2nd Feb 2025
Job summary
What is it like to work for CAMHS?
A few words from a member of the team -
'I really enjoy working for CAMHS as we have such a supportive and friendly team. I enjoy working in an environment where I am constantly learning and developing my skillset and value being able to go to others in the team who have a broad range of experience and skill, so that we can learn from one another.'
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time Nurse / Mental Health Practitioner to be a part of a supportive and innovative child and adolescent mental health service (CAMHS) in Southampton.
We are looking for a Nurse or Allied Health Professional with post qualifying experience working in mental health. We particularly welcome applications from those that have experience of delivering DBT/ECS group and individual interventions or those willing to be trained in this. This is a great opportunity to join our team to support in the delivery of high-quality children's mental health services. We are looking for exceptional individuals with the right attitude, skills and knowledge who share our passion to deliver the best quality care experience for children and their families.
Main duties, tasks & skills required
The post holder will have duties related to the clinical delivery of care to children, young people and their families accessing the CAMHS team and calls for a professional with experience of working with children, young people and their families experiencing mental health and trauma difficulties. Part of the job plan will include participating in generic CAMHS work, including participating in the duty rota and undertaking initial assessments for the service.
The CAMHS team is a strong and supportive team and has excellent structures to offer regular supervision. You will be working alongside an established team at an important time in our development. It really is an exciting time to be joining us as we push forward with implementing new ways of working in order to best meet the needs of the population we work with.
About us
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.
With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.
Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.
Job description
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.
We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.
Person specificationQualificationsEssential
R.M.N., RMCN, RNLD or other nurse qualification with LD/CAMHS experience considered. Social Work or Occupational Therapy Qualification.
Postgraduate level of study/degree relevant to discipline or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Additional training in child and adolescent mental health.
ExperienceEssential
Significant or demonstrable experience in mental health to show the breadth/depth of experience required for the role.
Crisis management skills
Community care experience
Stress management.
Knowledge and experience in child protection/safeguarding procedures, to recognise abuse and escalate appropriately within statutory timeframes.
To hold a clinical caseload of complex health needs including mental health as a lead professional within a multi-agency team.
Ability to work autonomously.
Desirable
Experience of direct work with children/young people with mental health issues.
Working experience with children and young people.
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 Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.
For help with your application, contact:
Rog Chahal
Pay scheme
Agenda for Change
Band
Band 6
Salary £37338.00 to £44962.00 Yearly Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-Time
Reference number
449-CFS-6850
Job locations
Adelaide Health Centre, Western Community Centre
William Macleod Way
Southampton
Hampshire
SO16 4XE
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