We welcome applications from mental health nurses, clinical psychologists, social workers, psychotherapists, family therapists, and other qualified professional staff for the role of senior CAMHS practitioner within SET CAMHS Mid-Essex.
The Mid-Essex SET CAMHS are looking to recruit a full‑time qualified professional from nursing, social work, psychology, family therapy or psychotherapy to join a community CAMHS team based in Chelmsford, Essex (covering Maldon/Braintree and Halstead). SET CAMHS works to the iThrive model, with this role sitting within the Getting More Help and System Support sections. The Mid‑Essex team is a multidisciplinary team providing evidence‑based therapies to children and young people. We are seeking a candidate with experience of working with young people with more complex mental health needs. The successful candidate would ideally have some supervisory experience, however training and support can be provided.
The band 7 role supports formulation and risk management within the Multi‑Disciplinary team, as well as supporting band 6 staff.
Main duties of the job
* Complete assessments of mental health need with children, young people, families and carers.
* Complete collaborative risk and care plans with children and young people.
* Provide evidence‑based interventions for a range of presentations.
* Provide treatment and interventions for children and young people with additional neurodevelopmental needs and co‑morbid mental health issues.
Our Values 2025 – 2030
* We are kind.
* We are respectful.
* We work together with our communities.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points‑based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High‑Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.
Please see the attached Job Description And Person Specification
for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.
Contact Information
Contact: Joanne Seward
Job Title: Team Manager
Contact Number: 0800 953 0222
Email: Joanne.seward@nelft.nhs.uk
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