Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
CAMHS Practitioner
The closing date is 08 May 2026.
"Over the past 15 months I have worked with some of the most amazing young people, ... rewarding and I urge anyone thinking about changing/starting their career to give it a try."
Have you ever thought about working in CAMHS but are unsure if you have the right skills? If you are a qualified healthcare professional, social worker or accredited therapist then we want to hear from you.
We believe in investing in our staff, and alongside opportunities to train at a postgraduate level via the young person's IAPT scheme, we have a regular programme of on-the-job training and a comprehensive supervision offer that will help you to develop in your role. We hope to give you the opportunity to build on your existing skills, be yourself, and thrive in a forward-thinking and dynamic CAMHS Team.
Responsibilities
We are growing and expanding our offer to young people and families of North Derbyshire. As a core CAMHS worker you will liaise closely with services based in the same building and become a key member of our specialist team. You will work in a supportive and friendly environment with professionals from a variety of clinical backgrounds and receive regular clinical supervision, as well as the chance to consult with clinicians from our various pathways to deliver the best service we can.
As a Community CAMHS Mental Health Worker you will be responsible for managing a caseload of complex young people with moderate to severe mental health disorders. You will carry out routine assessments, help young people to develop a collaborative care plan, and offer first-level therapeutic interventions. You will offer screening for neuro-developmental issues and make appropriate internal referrals. The service offers a wide range of structured interventions such as CBT, systemic family therapy, DBT, IPT, and Positive Behaviour Support, and there are regular opportunities to develop your own skills further through internal and external training.
Our core CAMHS team covers the North Derbyshire area from our two bases in Buxton and Chesterfield, providing a service predominantly Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm. Our service has embraced flexible and remote working.
Qualifications and Training
* Relevant professional qualification (e.g., nursing, social work, OT or other allied health professional) with relevant mental health experience and valid/current registration with the associated professional body (e.g., NMC, HCPC, SWE, BACP)
* Training in the provision of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy
* Training in the provision of Systemic Family Therapy
Experience
* Post-registration experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health or other relevant setting
* Experience of mental health assessments and the implementation of a wide range of therapeutic interventions
* Ability to manage a caseload autonomously
* Experience teaching/training students and/or other disciplines
* Experience working in CAMHS
* Experience of service evaluation and audit
* Experience of multi-professional team work
Skills and Knowledge
* Experience in the provision of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
* Experience in the provision of Systemic Family Therapy
* Qualities essential to clinical practice (e.g., respect, genuineness and personal integrity)
* Ability to manage own time effectivelyAbility to liaise with other professionals
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Skills in supervision both as provider and recipient
* Extensive knowledge base in Child & Adolescent Mental Health
* Experience of using a variety of therapeutic methods/models
* A grasp of relevant legislation and guidance (e.g., NHS Plan, Mental Health Legislation, Children’s Act, Education Act, Working Together, Children’s NSF, Every Child Matters, etc)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure submission will be required to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year (per annum)
Benefits
The Hospital's environment includes a greenfield site with abundant countryside, lovely views, beautiful landscaping and an outdoor gym. We support sustainable transport with a cycle-to-work scheme and an electric lease car scheme for all employees. Staff wellbeing services provide counselling, free financial and legal advice, support groups, fitness classes, and even a staff choir. A staff wellbeing hub with a free gym is now available.
Contact
To find out more about this role or arrange a visit, please contact Amy Beacher on tel: 01298 72445.
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