Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner CAMHS - North Somerset
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £39,959 to £48,117 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Weston Super Mare, BS23 4TS |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 3 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 17 Sept 2026 |
Summary
See Job Description for full details To undertake comprehensive assessment and treatment to children and young people and their families under the age of 18. To carry out face to face and remote assessments for young people presenting with mental health difficulties in the community. To work in the Getting Advice triage team as part of job plan To manage a caseload of identified young people, offering appointments in a timely way, and working towards discharge where appropriate To provide comprehensive clinical risk assessment and management in relation to children and young people including those presenting with self-injurious behaviour. To implement risk management and safety plans collaboratively. To develop collaborative care plans with young people and their families, based on the assessment of needs. To deliver evidence based interventions to children, young people and families according to NICE guidance and local pathways of care. To liaise with relevant agencies in the delivery of care for children young people and their families/ carers Using resources creatively to engage and motivate young people and families in their care. To maintain care records, ensuring both paper and electronic records are kept up to date in accordance with professional and organisational standards. Participate in the running of therapeutic groups/workshops
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