Job summary
"Over the past 15 months I have worked with some of the most amazing young people. This has given me an enormous sense of achievement as a nurse. Watching them grow in confidence and reach their potential has been very rewarding and I urge anyone thinking about changing/starting their career to give it a try"
Debbie - Core CAMHS worker
Have you ever thought about working in CAMHS but are unsure if you have the right skills? A 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, to be yourself, and to thrive in a forward-thinking and dynamic CAMHS Team.
Main duties of the job
It is an exciting time for the service as we grow and expand our offer to the young people and families of North Derbyshire. We are lucky enough to have a number of CAMHS services based in the same building, and as a core CAMHS worker you will liaise closely with them all. We pride ourselves on our multi-disciplinary approach, and you will become a key member of our specialist team. You will be working in a supportive and friendly environment with professionals from a variety of clinical backgrounds. You will receive regular clinical supervision, as well the chance to consult with clinicians from our various pathways in order to help us 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 neurodevelopmental issues and make appropriate internal referrals in order to best support the young people we work with. 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 by completing training both internally and externally.
About us
Chesterfield Royal Hospital's vision is to be a first-class provider of sustainable healthcare services, delivering the best possible care for our patients; and being a great place to work for our people. Our Proud to CARE philosophy supports this vision - and we all play a part in achieving it, by living up to the values we promise to our patients and each other.
Our main hospital is on a greenfield site with abundant countryside, lovely views, beautiful landscaping and an outdoor gym - it's easy to access green space at break times which offers an opportunity to de-stress. The hospital is easily accessible from the M1 and the A61 and the local train station is nearby.
We are passionate about sustainable transport and offer a cycle to work scheme, as well as an electric lease car scheme open to all employees. Our staff wellbeing service provides a huge range of benefits including staff counselling, access to free financial and legal advice and various support groups, fitness classes and even a staff choir! A staff wellbeing hub including a free gym for staff to use has also now opened.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.
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Our core CAMHS team cover the North Derbyshire area from our 2 bases in Buxton and Chesterfield and provide a service predominantly Monday Friday between 9am 5pm. Our service has embraced flexible and remote working.
If youd like to find out more about this role or to arrange to visit us, please contact Phil Sidebotham or Laura Morris on 01246 514412
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.
Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter: @CRHCareers @WellbeingCRH @royalhospital
Our core CAMHS team cover the North Derbyshire area from our 2 bases in Buxton and Chesterfield and provide a service predominantly Monday Friday between 9am 5pm. Our service has embraced flexible and remote working.
If youd like to find out more about this role or to arrange to visit us, please contact Phil Sidebotham or Laura Morris on 01246 514412
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification eg nursing, social work, OT or other allied health professional with relevant mental health experience and valid/current registration with the associated professional body eg NMC, HCPC, SWE, BACP
Desirable
- Training in provision of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy
- Training in provision of Systemic Family Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working within Child, 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
Desirable
- 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
Essential
- Experience in provision of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Experience in provision of Systemic Family Therapy
- Qualities essential to clinical practice eg respect, genuineness and personal integrity
- Ability to manage own time effectively
- Ability to liaise with other professionals
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable
- 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 eg NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Children's act, Education Act, Working Together, Children's NSF, Every Child Matters etc
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Relevant professional qualification eg nursing, social work, OT or other allied health professional with relevant mental health experience and valid/current registration with the associated professional body eg NMC, HCPC, SWE, BACP
Desirable
- Training in provision of Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy
- Training in provision of Systemic Family Therapy
Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience working within Child, 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
Desirable
- 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
Essential
- Experience in provision of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Experience in provision of Systemic Family Therapy
- Qualities essential to clinical practice eg respect, genuineness and personal integrity
- Ability to manage own time effectively
- Ability to liaise with other professionals
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development
Desirable
- 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 eg 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 as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chesterfield Royal Hospital/Buxton Health Centre
Chesterfield Royal Hospital/Buxton Health Centre
Chesterfield/Buxton
S44 5BL
Employer's website
https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
