Job summary
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 CAMHS Nurse, to join the Community CAMHS Team in Harrogate in a permanent post. A full time or part time nurse would be considered.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and professional multi-disciplinary team, and work to develop their skills in delivering high quality evidence based assessments and interventions to our patient group, including children and young people experiencing a range of Mental Health and Neurodiverse conditions, while providing compassionate and effective support to their families. They would play a key role in our AHD clinic.
This post is only open to those candidates who already have their NMC registration in place and have successfully completed the preceptorship programme. Please note: Newly qualified applicants or those due to qualify will be recruited via our recruitment fairs.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of the mental health difficulties experienced by children and young people, and have an understanding of the therapies and other interventions used in treatment. Knowledge and understanding of common Neurodevelopmental conditions such as ASC and ADHD, and how these are assessed and treated, would be an advantage; as is the ability to recognise and manage common physical health complications experienced by children and young people experiencing Mental Health and Neurodevelopmental difficulties.
The successful applicant will be involved in continuous service development, and will work closely with external and internal partners to review, improve, and deliver services to the community. There is also a requirement to maintain high standards of personal and professional development.
About us
Harrogate CAMHS Team is a busy and dynamic environment, and we pride ourselves in delivering high quality compassionate care to children and young people, while protecting and promoting staff wellbeing and development. The successful post holder will be expected to match the ethos of the team, and commit to ongoing personal and service development, while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and compassion. In return we will offer a friendly, professional experience, and investment in your development as a healthcare professional.
Additional contact details: Vicki Drake - CNS Frances Moradyn - CNS
01423 726900
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be qualified as a NMC Registered Nurse from either the Mental Health, Children's, or Learning Disability specialisms.
We would welcome applications from RNMH, RNLD, RNC or RGN who hold current professional registration with NMC. Applications from newly qualified nurses are welcomed.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be qualified as a NMC Registered Nurse from either the Mental Health, Children's, or Learning Disability specialisms.
We would welcome applications from RNMH, RNLD, RNC or RGN who hold current professional registration with NMC. Applications from newly qualified nurses are welcomed.
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RNMH, RNLD, RSCN or RGN current professional registration with NMC
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Professional qualifications in a relevant area
- Skills in using the Microsoft Office suite of software.
- Training in ADHD/ASC
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people with Mental Health / Neurodevelopmental / Learning Disability needs
- Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
- Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
- Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
- Awareness of the interventions and assessments used to treat and assess children and young people in CAMHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of Neurodevelopmental conditions, their assessment, and treatment
Experience
Essential
- Working with people with children and young people who have Mental Health, Neurodevelopmental, or Learning Disability needs.
Desirable
- Experience working across services with multiple stakeholders
- Experience working with children and young people involved with Local Authority and Social Care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- RNMH, RNLD, RSCN or RGN current professional registration with NMC
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Professional qualifications in a relevant area
- Skills in using the Microsoft Office suite of software.
- Training in ADHD/ASC
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people with Mental Health / Neurodevelopmental / Learning Disability needs
- Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
- Understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
- Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
- Awareness of the interventions and assessments used to treat and assess children and young people in CAMHS
Desirable
- Knowledge of Neurodevelopmental conditions, their assessment, and treatment
Experience
Essential
- Working with people with children and young people who have Mental Health, Neurodevelopmental, or Learning Disability needs.
Desirable
- Experience working across services with multiple stakeholders
- Experience working with children and young people involved with Local Authority and Social Care
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).
