Band 7 CAMHS Practitioner (RMN/Social Worker) – Long-Term Placement

Location: East Midlands
Role: Band 7 CAMHS Practitioner
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Pay: £30 per hour
Duration: Long-term placement
Essential: Car driver

We are seeking an experienced Band 7 CAMHS Practitioner (Registered Mental Health Nurse or Social Worker) for a long-term locum position. The successful candidate will be working within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), playing a crucial role in supporting children and young people’s mental health and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct holistic initial assessments of children, developing comprehensive formulations of their needs.
• Plan and implement appropriate next steps for care and support.
• Provide expert advice on managing mental health presentations and associated risks.
• Carry out risk assessments and develop safety plans, ensuring thorough consideration of safeguarding.
• Recognise and act upon safeguarding concerns (Level 3 safeguarding knowledge required).
• Liaise with social care and other agencies when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous records in line with NMC code of conduct and trust policies.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and engagement skills when working with children, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements:

• RMN or qualified Social Worker with experience working in CAMHS.
• Strong assessment and formulation skills with the ability to plan effectively under pressure.
• Experience in safeguarding and risk management.
• High level of organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a dynamic CAMHS team and make a real difference in the lives of young people.