Job summary
We are looking for a full time CAMHS Clinician to join our highly successful Stockton Getting More Help Team ( CAMHS) based at Viscount House in Stockton.
This is a full time, permanent post
We are a forward thinking, creative team that encourages all team members to share their ideas to improve our service for young people and their families. The role of the CAMHS clinician is crucial in young peoples recovery and improving outcomes.
The team are warm and friendly andare supportive towards each other and always open minded. As a team we are always approachable, down to earth and very professional.
Main duties of the job
You will work as part of an MDT that consists of Psychiatry, Psychology, Nursing staff, OT, Art Therapy and support staff - all supported by a dedicated admin team.
You will be responsible for managing a caseload and hold Care Co-ordinator/Lead Professional responsibility.
You will offer assessment and treatment for the young people allocated to you and liaise with partner agencies.
Stockton GMH Team (CAMHS) support the staff through ongoing supervision, case discussions, reflective practice and 'soon' regular in house CPD sessions.
About us
In our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. In our team, our young people and families play a real part in their care through our collaborative formulation and care planning. We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.Our trust places an emphasis on Staff wellbeing and provides access to a number of formal staff support services, which are available to staff on appointment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further detailed information regarding the role and main responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for further detailed information regarding the role and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current professional registration with appropriate body in healthcare or social work.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
- CAMHS Degree or post-graduate qualification in a relevant area (within agreed timescale)
- Certificate in teaching & assessing in clinical practice as appropriate to own profession.
- Clinical Supervisor
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working with children and young people with mental ill health in a community setting.
- Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
- Evidence of Quality Improvement Methodology
Skills
Essential
- Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to children and young people, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake lead professional / care co-ordinator responsibilities
- Provide leadership and monitor, co-ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Current professional registration with appropriate body in healthcare or social work.
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
- CAMHS Degree or post-graduate qualification in a relevant area (within agreed timescale)
- Certificate in teaching & assessing in clinical practice as appropriate to own profession.
- Clinical Supervisor
- Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
Desirable
- Leadership or management qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience working with children and young people with mental ill health in a community setting.
- Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers
- Evidence of Quality Improvement Methodology
Skills
Essential
- Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to children and young people, carers/families and all members of the multidisciplinary team
- Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake lead professional / care co-ordinator responsibilities
- Provide leadership and monitor, co-ordinate and prioritise the activities of a team.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Viscount House
Falcon Court, Preston Farm Business Park
Stockton on Tees
TS18 3TS
Employer's website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
