Overview
Health Care Support Worker Specialist CAMHS Substances Use Service role at Lehrman Cameron Studio, LLC
Job Summary
Work as a member of the Specialist Substance Use Team in the provision of an evidence-based service for patients within the remits of CAMHS and Substance Use, supporting the needs of carers and families. Work across services to ensure timely and effective transition from S-CAMHS to Substance Use / Mental Health Services in line with local and national policy guidance. Provide patient care without direct supervision from qualified clinicians within the patient\'s own home and other community settings.
Main Duties
* Deliver specialist Substance Use care and treatment to patients, their families and carers as specified in the patients\' care plan.
* Continuously assess and review patients\' needs and response to treatment; contribute to the team\'s multidisciplinary assessment and formulation.
* Contribute to care planning by supporting elements of the young person\'s treatment plan, providing psychoeducation, engaging in positive coping skills, and offering support with activities of daily living.
* Work with clients, families and carers to promote positive mental and physical health, social opportunities and access to education or employment; help patients and families achieve outcomes in their care plans.
* Occasionally work autonomously and deliver interventions in community settings with young people with complex needs including both mental health difficulties and substance use.
About Us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for parts of Wales. We employ staff across primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services.
Job Details
* Band 3
* Salary: £25,313 to £26,999 per year (pro rata)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Full-time
* Location: Tudor House, St Davids Park, Carmarthen SA31 3BB
Qualifications and Requirements
* Essential: Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject or equivalent experience with evidence of work-based competency to undertake clinical care duties relevant for the role
* Essential: Knowledge of the Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers in Wales and All Wales Delegation Guidelines (HEIW)
* Essential: Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures in healthcare settings (e.g., safeguarding, confidentiality, GDPR)
* Essential: Ability to complete certified/accredited physical intervention training (e.g., PMVA) during induction
Language Skills
* Desirable: Welsh speaker (Level 1)
Experience
* Essential: Experience of working within mental health
* Essential: Positive caring attitude
* Desirable: Previous experience working with children and young people
Other Information
* This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975).
* Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered.
* Welsh language requirements are desirable; the Health Board supports bilingualism and offers learning options to meet minimal requirements during employment.
Interviews
Interviews will be held on 18/09/25.
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