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CAMHS Practitioner

Job Description

CAMHS Practitioner - NHS (Agency Contract) - Shrewsbury or Telford


Service Care Solutions is recruiting for a CAMHS Practitioner to join an NHS service in Shrewsbury or Telford on a temporary agency contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced mental health professional to support children and young people with moderate to severe mental health needs.

Job Details:

  • Role: CAMHS Practitioner
  • Location: Shrewsbury or Telford
  • Contract Type: Temporary (Agency)
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Pay Rate: £27 Ltd per hour (Day shifts)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work collaboratively with social workers, carers, and families to improve the experience and outcomes for Looked After Children and Young People.
  • Assess and provide therapeutic interventions for children and young people with moderate to severe mental health needs.
  • Manage a complex caseload, including assessment, care planning, risk management, and outcome evaluation.
  • Deliver person-centered treatments and interventions to help children and young people develop strategies to thrive.
  • Work with schools, social care, voluntary, and partnership agencies to ensure a holistic approach to mental health care.
  • Provide specialist assessments, care planning, and discharge planning in collaboration with service users, social workers, and carers.
  • Deliver a range of interventions, including pharmacological and psychologically informed treatments, in line with NICE guidelines.

Requirements:

  • Qualifications: Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN), Social Worker, Occupational Therapist, or equivalent with valid NMC/HCPC registration.
  • Experience: Previous experience in CAMHS, children's mental health, or social care settings.
  • Skills: Strong assessment, care planning, and therapeutic intervention skills.
  • Compliance: Up-to-date DBS check and right to work in the UK.

Why Join Service Care Solutions?

  • Flexible agency work with competitive weekly pay.
  • Dedicated recruitment consultant for ongoing support.
  • Access to referral bonuses, free training, and compliance assistance.


If you're interested in this role or would like more information, please contact Andrew at andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk or apply today!