Job summary
The post holder will be a member of the multi-disciplinary CAMHS team. and will be responsible for providing mental health assessments and interventions for children, adolescents and families using evidence based interventions presenting with neuro developmental disorders, and other mental health difficulties.
Main duties of the job
To ensure high quality CAMHS assessment of children and families referred to the service.
To monitor and review young people including recording their physical observations in ADHD Clinic. To complete Initial assessments with young people referred This will include the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of a variety of therapeutic approaches either alone or as a member of the MDT and including medication / physical reviews for those on medications. Please see JD for full details of Job role.
NMC mental health nursing qualification and registration together with significant post qualification experience in mental health services to post graduate diploma level.
Experience of case management of young people, multi-agency working with knowledge and experience of neuro developmental disorders is essential
About us
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We're really proud of our#PennineCarePeopleand do everything we can to make sure we're a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification to support your application for this post. Please refer to the essential criteria in the person specification which will highlight the skills, knowledge and experience you will need to demonstrate in your application, by way of example, to give yourself the best opportunity to be shortlisted.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Mental Health Nurse NMC registered
- Experience with working with Young people and their familys
- Experience of working with young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- Significant post qualification experience in mental health services to post graduate diploma level.
Desirable
- ADOS trained
- NMP or willing to complete course
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues in young people
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and National policies in relation to young people.
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions with young people
Desirable
- Knowledge of drug and alcohol issues relating to young people
- Experience of relating to young people in a group or community setting.
Experience
Essential
- Professional involvement with the users of mental health services.
- Experience of case management of young people
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of delivering groups to CYP
- Experience of relating to young people in a group or community setting
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to undertake appropriate mental health assessments
- Ability to carry out therapeutic interventions with this client group
- Ability to manage a caseload effectively
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Mental Health Nurse NMC registered
- Experience with working with Young people and their familys
- Experience of working with young people with neurodevelopmental difficulties
- Significant post qualification experience in mental health services to post graduate diploma level.
Desirable
- ADOS trained
- NMP or willing to complete course
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of mental health issues in young people
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and National policies in relation to young people.
- Knowledge of therapeutic interventions with young people
Desirable
- Knowledge of drug and alcohol issues relating to young people
- Experience of relating to young people in a group or community setting.
Experience
Essential
- Professional involvement with the users of mental health services.
- Experience of case management of young people
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of delivering groups to CYP
- Experience of relating to young people in a group or community setting
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to undertake appropriate mental health assessments
- Ability to carry out therapeutic interventions with this client group
- Ability to manage a caseload effectively
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).
