Job summary
The post holder will be based within the neurodevelopmental pathway, supporting young people with Autism and ADHD. This will include involvement in weekly neurodevelopmental assessment clinics, offering further specialist assessment if required, completing written reports and offering further advise and support/signposting information.
The postholder will work autonomously/ and with support from the consultant undertake ADHD prescribing duties and manage ADHD clinics.
The post holder will be responsible for completing risk assessments of the young people who they review and responding to risk appropriately, including safeguarding risks. They will work alongside the CAMHS team, and also other agencies to meet the needs of this client group. They will be responsible for developing, implementing and reviewing care plans.
Main duties of the job
1.Providing assessments and supporting diagnosis for young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health problems.
2.Acting as an Independent Nurse Prescriber3. Prioritising and managing own workload with minimal supervision4. As one of the senior practitioners, providing services to a multicultural and diverse population, to be responsible for delivering a very high standard of care to children and young people.
5.The post holder will work autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver excellent standards of care6. Offering comprehensive assessments in the clinic and service user's own home7. Working effectively within the CAMHS locality team8. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and procedures9. Working effectively with our partners10. Ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered toEnsuring that all referrals are seen in a timely manner11. Mentoring12. Advocating for the service user13. Attending CPAs both in clinic and off site.14. Physical health monitoring
About us
Our Values 2025 - 2030
Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT.
They are:
- We are kind.
- We are respectful.
- We work together with our communities.
These three values help us tostrive to provide the best care by the best people.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period.
Starting with Us
NELFT places great importance on new starters being properly welcomed into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks, including mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process, new starters will also have the opportunity to meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend several drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing, and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
High Cost Area Supplement - Outer London
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,313 to a maximum of £5,436 p.a. pro rata for part time).
High Cost Area Supplement - Fringe
This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 5% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £1,192 to a maximum of £2,011 p.a. pro rata for part time).
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.Providing assessments and supporting diagnosis for young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health problems.
2.Acting as an Independent Nurse Prescriber3. Prioritising and managing own workload with minimal supervision4. As one of the senior practitioners, providing services to a multicultural and diverse population, to be responsible for delivering a very high standard of care to children and young people.
5.The post holder will work autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver excellent standards of care6. Offering comprehensive assessments in the clinic and service users own home7. Working effectively within the CAMHS locality team8. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and procedures9. Working effectively with our partners10. Ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered toEnsuring that all referrals are seen in a timely manner11. Mentoring12. Advocating for the service user13. Attending CPAs both in clinic and off site.14. Physical health monitoring
Job description
Job responsibilities
1.Providing assessments and supporting diagnosis for young people with emotional wellbeing and mental health problems.
2.Acting as an Independent Nurse Prescriber3. Prioritising and managing own workload with minimal supervision4. As one of the senior practitioners, providing services to a multicultural and diverse population, to be responsible for delivering a very high standard of care to children and young people.
5.The post holder will work autonomously and in collaboration with other health care professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies to deliver excellent standards of care6. Offering comprehensive assessments in the clinic and service users own home7. Working effectively within the CAMHS locality team8. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act and procedures9. Working effectively with our partners10. Ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered toEnsuring that all referrals are seen in a timely manner11. Mentoring12. Advocating for the service user13. Attending CPAs both in clinic and off site.14. Physical health monitoring
Person Specification
Nursing Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Qualification
- NMP qualifications
Desirable
- 6-12 months experience of prescribing
- Experience of working in CAMHS
Experience working with Complex families in CAMHS
Essential
Desirable
- Experience running ADHD clinics
Person Specification
Nursing Qualifications
Essential
- Nursing Qualification
- NMP qualifications
Desirable
- 6-12 months experience of prescribing
- Experience of working in CAMHS
Experience working with Complex families in CAMHS
Essential
Desirable
- Experience running ADHD clinics
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).
