Senior Transitions Practitioner

Job summary

We are seeking an individual to support the next stages in the development of the newly established CAMHS transitions service. This role will be a pilot, and it will run for 12 months initially, but the hope is that this role will become permanent, so we can continue to support young people from our CAMHS inpatient settings to the next stage in their recovery.

Join our dynamic team at Serenity Path Hospital and the wider community to make a real difference in the lives of young people and their families. As a Senior Transitions Practitioner, you will play a key role in supporting young people and their families/carers throughout their inpatient admission process and assist with discharge planning, offering continued support when they return to the community. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a unique and specialized CAMHS team that provides support both in the hospital and the community.

We adopt a holistic approach, not only focusing on mental health but also addressing the physical, social, educational, and motivational needs of the young people we work with. By employing the "social prescribing" model, we help young people engage with life through activities that promote community connections, sports, education, employment, housing, and more. Your role will empower young people to build confidence, improve wellbeing, and work towards their long-term health goals.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Responsibilities:

Provide direct clinical care to a caseload of young people and families, offering assessments, interventions, and reviews.

Undertake complex individualized treatment, modifying interventions to ensure their effectiveness.

Collaborate with other professionals to ensure cohesive care delivery.

Manage service referrals, assessing and allocating resources appropriately.

Deliver evidence-based clinical interventions under supervision.

Maintain up-to-date clinical records in line with professional standards.

Support junior staff, offering guidance where required.

Conduct clinical and risk assessments, ensuring safe and effective management of high-risk cases.

Participate in safeguarding procedures and attend relevant meetings.

Leadership Responsibilities:

Assist team lead in coordinating team operations on a day-to-day basis.

Provide guidance/supervision to Band 5/4 clinicians, supporting their development.

Contribute to the induction/training of junior staff and students.

Participate in audits + quality improvement activities, working with senior staff to enhance clinical practice.

Communication & Teamwork:

Develop effective communication channels with clients, carers, and colleagues.

Ensure collaboration across disciplines and external agencies to deliver patient-centred care.

Work collaboratively within the team to share knowledge and promote continuous learning.

Be proactive with networking & utilise your communication to sustain those relationships.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Serenity Path Hospital

Alresford Road

Winchester

Hampshire

SO21 1HD

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Serenity Path Hospital

Alresford Road

Winchester

Hampshire

SO21 1HD

Employer's website

https://hiowhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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