Children and young people (CYP) up to 18 years of age living with mental health difficulties often present to or are accommodated within both paediatric and adult areas of the Trust, including the Emergency Department (ED) and the paediatric ward, whilst receiving medical care and/or awaiting a mental health assessment.
The Trust has seen an increase in the number of children and young people presenting and admitted to paediatric and adult areas, as well as those detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA).
The post holder will provide assessments to children up to 18 years and will liaise with external specialist mental health services (including the local Eating Disorder Service, Locality CAMHS Services and the Crisis team). They will also be expected to attend MDT meetings and have regular check‑in sessions with admitted patients.
This post will play a key role in leading and supporting staff with the management of patients experiencing mental health difficulties and providing expert clinical knowledge in the management of mental health issues for children and young people and their families. It is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of mental health for CYP, requiring an evidence‑based approach to education.
Job responsibilities
Provide assessments to children up to 18 years and liaise with external specialist mental health services. Attend MDT meetings and conduct regular check‑in sessions with admitted patients. Offer expert clinical knowledge and manage patients with mental health difficulties, supporting staff and families.
Person Specification
* Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
* A complete and accurate application
* Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
* Evidence of essential experience for role
* Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
* Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
* Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
* Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
£49,387 to £56,515 a year plus high cost allowance.
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