About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the workforce in a new role for our CAMHS Single Point of Access for the Black Country. The service has recently undergone a change management process to move into one centralised CAMHS Single Point of Access from the previous locality based teams in the Black Country. The service centralises the management of all incoming referrals for young people with emotional well-being and mental health needs across the Black Country, covering Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton boroughs.
The successful candidate will be recruited into a band 5 position and developed to progress into band 6 positions upon completion of the development framework over an expected 18 months to two year period.
We are seeking qualified practitioners to join our vibrant and passionate team, facilitating young people's access to mental health services in the Black Country. The posts are suitable for both newly qualified and experienced professionals looking to transition into a career in CAMHS.
We welcome applicants from a range of professional backgrounds who hold a recognised core qualification and registration with an appropriate governing body such as NMC, HCPC and Social Work England.
Main duties of the job
To provide a quality specialist service to clients (and their families/carers) referred to CAMHS across all sectors of care
To promote the reputation of CAMHS
Effectively assess and prioritise clinical complexity and risk, liaising with senior colleagues as required
Liaise with referrers and professionals in relation to clinical concerns and queries
Be a clinical point of contact for children, young people and families.
Effectively liaise with referrers, professionals, partners and agencies in relation to referrals and/or assessments
In addition to the above, progressing to:
Triage referrals into CAMHS, including the assessment and prioritisation of clinical complexity and risk.
To contribute towards referral and triage pathways and processes within CAMHS
To provide specialist assessment and intervention for complex mental health needs and to work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise systematic governance of practice within CAMHS.
To contribute to the proposal, development and implementation of policy and procedures for CAMHS and wider children and family services.
About us
We currently employ over 3,000 members of staff and just like the population we serve, we are made up of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Whatever your background or education, working in a healthcare setting like ours is a demanding yet extremely rewarding experience. We offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities in a variety of fields, from nursing, psychiatry, counselling and pharmacy to admin and support roles such as IT, estates and facilities and human resources.
We take pride in supporting, developing and engaging with our workforce. Staff engagement, recognition and wellbeing are vital to the success of our organisation, and we strive to provide a setting in which our staff can showcase their skills, innovative solutions and dedication to healthcare.
Job description Job responsibilities
To support in the provision of specialist systematic processes for the assessment of children and young people referred into CAMHS. To assess, triage and prioritise referrals ensuring an equitable system and that those with urgent needs are clearly identified and needs are addressed in a timely manner.
To consider the appropriateness of CAMHS referrals in relation to agreed referral criteria and organise safe signposting as appropriate to the needs of the child/young person referred.
To work collaboratively with other disciplines/voluntary agencies.
To undertake risk assessments as appropriate.
To participate and facilitate where appropriate in person centred planning for children and adolescents with a mental health need.
To work in liaison with adult mental health services and other agencies to ensure transitional arrangements are meeting individual needs and are person centred.
To provide written and verbal reports for meetings and reviews as appropriate.
To work in liaison with trust safeguarding leads and other agencies regarding child and adult protection and ensure that policies and procedures are adhered too.
To actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.
To attend such courses and training as indicated by the needs of the service and within the limitation of the service as required by the post.
To communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families/carers, health and social care professionals and other agencies to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multi-disciplinary service.
To apply highly developed interpersonal skills in order to deal with potential aggression or with patients who may be distressed, suicidal or lack capacity.
To communicate complex and emotionally sensitive information to patients and their families/carers regarding their mental health needs, plans of care and interactions with outside agencies demonstrating honest and transparent practice.
To assist in on-going audit and evaluation of policies within the SPA in consultation with other members of the multi-disciplinary team(s), service heads/professional managers.
To undertake any other duties of a similar nature consistent with the responsibilities of this post in order to provide a quality Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Core profession and full registration with a recognised professional body
Desirable
Experience in mental health or young people's services
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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 Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Canalside
Abbotts Street
Bloxwich, Walsall
WS3 3AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.blackcountryhealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)