Job summary
This is an exciting time to join a dynamic and innovative CAMHS workforce in Bath and North East Somerset (B&NES). We are situated in Keynsham, Bristol, covering approximately 50% of schools across B&NES.
The B&NES MHST currently consists of Educational Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) and Child Wellbeing Practitioners (CWP's) delivering 1:1 and group interventions. In addition, EMHPs work closely with local schools to support them in adopting a 'whole school approach' to mental health and wellbeing, to improve outcomes for CYP, parents/carers and staff.
Main duties of the job
Working within B&NES MHST, your role will be to supervise EMHPs and help them to develop their role. Supervision consists of both Case Management Supervision and Clinical Skills Supervision, following a low intensity model.
This may include trainee EMHPs (Band 4) and/or qualified EMHPs / CWP's (Band 5). In addition, you will be involved in triaging and allocating referrals. You will also hold a small caseload, support with Whole School Approach delivery and will develop good working relationships with schools.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible.Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount
- Pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The BaNES MHST is a small and supportive team, working in around 50% of schools in B&NES. The team consists of 8 EMHPs / CWPs, Specialist SEN EMHP, two other Supervisors, Deputy Manager, Clinical Lead and Clinical Manager. In your role, you would supervise EMHPs / CWP's, be a lead contact for our schools and undertake pre-referral consultation, triage and allocate referrals and would also hold a small caseload.
You will receive regular case management supervision, clinical skills supervision, and supervision of supervision. You will work closely with the Deputy Team Manager and Clinical Team Manager and form part of the BaNES MHST leadership team. We are a continually evolving and developing service and as such you would be able to be at forefront of the development of our service.
The B&NES MHST works closely with the neighbouring MHST in Wiltshire. The post holder will be part of a cohort of 11 supervisors across both teams.
We are very invested in our staff and will work with you to identify any learning and development needs and support and develop your passions and interests.
This role within CAMHS aims to develop the role of Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) in the B&NES Mental Health Support Team (MHST). It represents an opportunity for clinicians who have knowledge and experience in using evidence-based low intensity interventions to develop their careers, and support the development of this new, exciting service for young people and their families.
You will develop, and support and the Education Mental Health Practitioners to provide guided self-help, low intensity, brief, evidence-based CBT and to deliver groups and training. You will work closely with senior colleagues to screen and triage all referrals. The role will also involve highlighting areas of need within the new teams and helping to develop the service and create quality improvement plans supported by, and in conjunction with, senior colleagues. You will hold a small caseload in agreement with your supervisor.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The BaNES MHST is a small and supportive team, working in around 50% of schools in B&NES. The team consists of 8 EMHPs / CWPs, Specialist SEN EMHP, two other Supervisors, Deputy Manager, Clinical Lead and Clinical Manager. In your role, you would supervise EMHPs / CWP's, be a lead contact for our schools and undertake pre-referral consultation, triage and allocate referrals and would also hold a small caseload.
You will receive regular case management supervision, clinical skills supervision, and supervision of supervision. You will work closely with the Deputy Team Manager and Clinical Team Manager and form part of the BaNES MHST leadership team. We are a continually evolving and developing service and as such you would be able to be at forefront of the development of our service.
The B&NES MHST works closely with the neighbouring MHST in Wiltshire. The post holder will be part of a cohort of 11 supervisors across both teams.
We are very invested in our staff and will work with you to identify any learning and development needs and support and develop your passions and interests.
This role within CAMHS aims to develop the role of Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) in the B&NES Mental Health Support Team (MHST). It represents an opportunity for clinicians who have knowledge and experience in using evidence-based low intensity interventions to develop their careers, and support the development of this new, exciting service for young people and their families.
You will develop, and support and the Education Mental Health Practitioners to provide guided self-help, low intensity, brief, evidence-based CBT and to deliver groups and training. You will work closely with senior colleagues to screen and triage all referrals. The role will also involve highlighting areas of need within the new teams and helping to develop the service and create quality improvement plans supported by, and in conjunction with, senior colleagues. You will hold a small caseload in agreement with your supervisor.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in CBT informed evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families
- A professional mental health qualification and registration e.g., RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT etc. OR Post graduate CBT or LI CBT qualification, e.g., CWP, EMHP or PWP
- Post Graduate Diploma for Senior Wellbeing Practitioners (SWP) or supervisor
Experience
Essential
- Working within a community mental health setting.
Desirable
- Working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate mental health presentations.
- Working within an educational setting supporting mental health provision.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of evidenced-based, low intensity interventions for mild to moderate mental health difficulties
- An understanding of mental health and wellbeing support within educational settings
- Understanding of CYP-IAPT principles including the use of evidence-based therapies and Routine Outcome Measures
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised qualification in CBT informed evidenced based therapeutic intervention for children/young people and their families
- A professional mental health qualification and registration e.g., RMN, Social Work Degree or equivalent, BSc/Diploma in OT etc. OR Post graduate CBT or LI CBT qualification, e.g., CWP, EMHP or PWP
- Post Graduate Diploma for Senior Wellbeing Practitioners (SWP) or supervisor
Experience
Essential
- Working within a community mental health setting.
Desirable
- Working with children/young people presenting with a range of moderate mental health presentations.
- Working within an educational setting supporting mental health provision.
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of evidenced-based, low intensity interventions for mild to moderate mental health difficulties
- An understanding of mental health and wellbeing support within educational settings
- Understanding of CYP-IAPT principles including the use of evidence-based therapies and Routine Outcome Measures
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).
