CAMHS Practitioner inLlandudno inLlandudno PUBLISHED MON 21 OCT 2024

Band 6: £37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum pro rata PERMANENT GOOD SALARY

MENTAL HEALTH SOCIAL WORK

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board r5dOZJ3k

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and adolescents experiencing mental health difficulties.

Work within a growing CAMHS service that values high-quality, evidence-based compassionate care.

Access to a structured induction and development plan to enhance clinical skills and professional growth.

Engagement in varied and dynamic tasks through the Choice and Partnership Approach (CAPA) model.

Located in Conwy and Denbighshire, offering beautiful diverse landscapes and a balance of rural and urban living.

Collaborative work both individually and as part of a supportive team of professionals in mental health.

Valuable experience providing training and consultation to front-line professionals, fostering community support.

The Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is seeking a passionate CAMHS Practitioner to join their expanding child and adolescent mental health services in Llandudno, North Wales. The ideal candidate will be a healthcare professional, accredited therapist, or social worker with experience in mental health assessment, risk assessment, and delivering interventions to support the emotional wellbeing of children and adolescents. This Band 6 role involves working both independently and as part of a team, utilizing the Care and Programme Approach (CAPA) model to provide assessments and specific evidence-based therapies, while also consulting with frontline professionals and offering training to enhance support for young people and their families.

The position offers a structured induction and development plan to further enhance clinicians' skills, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care. The role is set in a picturesque region encompassing diverse landscapes and offers proximity to larger cities such as Bangor, Chester, and Liverpool. While proficiency in Welsh is desirable, all Welsh and English speakers are encouraged to apply.

In North Wales we are very excited to be growing our CAMHS Services. If you have a passion for working with children and adolescents or those experiencing mental health difficulties, are a healthcare professional, accredited therapist or Social Worker with experience working to support emotional wellbeing, we are keen to hear from you. You will be a dynamic individual committed to delivering high quality evidence based compassionate care and be keen to undertake a role within a child and adolescent mental health service.

Our Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner posts are open to candidates who are skilled in mental health assessment, risk assessment, and delivering interventions to support emotional wellbeing and mental health. Experience of working within children and young people would be advantageous. All employees are offered a structured induction and development plan to support clinicians to develop their skills to deliver the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Conwy and Denbighshire is a beautiful part of the country with diverse landscapes ranging for from countryside to coast to mountain ranges. The central location has a mix of rural areas and larger towns. We are also within an hour of cities such as Bangor, Chester and Liverpool.

You will work both individually and as part of a team in carrying out Choice and Partnership work under the Care and Programme Approach (CAPA) model and will likely be involved in different areas of CAMHS according to the needs of the service.

To provide assessment and intervention and / or specific evidence based therapies to children and young people with mental health problems and significant mental health disorders.

Provide consultation and support to front line professionals in understanding and supporting children / young people and families through providing training, advice and direction in addition to the delivery of early intervention programmes

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

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Mental health has emerged as a critical issue in the United Kingdom, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The crisis highlighted the fragility of mental well-being across different demographics, from children and adolescents to adults and the elderly. It has sparked a wider conversation about the importance of mental health care, accessibility, and the stigmas often associated with mental illnesses. Learn more...

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Working as a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) practitioner in the UK requires a combination of clinical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Here are some key skills needed for this role:

1. Clinical Skills: A strong understanding of mental health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment planning for children and adolescents. Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches is essential.

2. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with children, adolescents, and their families. This includes listening actively, using age-appropriate language, and conveying complex information clearly.

3. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and trust with young people and their families is critical. You should be empathetic, compassionate, and culturally sensitive.

4. Assessment Skills: Strong skills in assessing mental health needs, risk factors, and protective factors in young people. This includes familiarity with standardized assessment tools.

5. Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and education professionals.

6. Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to think critically and creatively to develop tailored interventions for young people's unique challenges.

7. Organizational Skills: Managing caseloads, keeping accurate records, and handling administrative tasks efficiently while maintaining a focus on providing high-quality care.

8. Knowledge of Legislation and Policy: Understanding child protection laws, mental health legislation, and safeguarding policies to ensure compliance and protect vulnerable children.

9. Resilience and Self-Care: The ability to cope with the emotional demands of working in mental health, including managing stress and maintaining personal well-being.

10. Continuing Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay updated on the latest research and practices in child and adolescent mental health.

11. Crisis Intervention Skills: The ability to handle emergencies and high-risk situations effectively, ensuring safety for both the young person and others.

12. Cultural Competence: Recognizing and respecting diversity in backgrounds, beliefs, and values, and being able to provide support that is culturally sensitive.

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CAMHS Practitioner inLlandudno inLlandudno PUBLISHED MON 21 OCT 2024

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board r5dOZJ3k

About us You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.