Job Summary
Are you an experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse/ RNLD or Qualified Social Worker looking to join our multi-disciplinary team at Dorset CAMHS, as part of our Transforming Children and Young People's Mental Health (CYP MH) Service.

This role sits within our Community CAMHS service and will evolve as part of our transformation to the i-Thrive model. You will work within the "Getting More Help" pathway, supporting children and young people with complex mental health needs through assessment, intervention and care coordination.

Our service is undergoing significant growth and transformation, with new investment and development underway. During this period, roles are pan-Dorset, and you may work from a temporary base while new structures are embedded. Flexible working, including extended hours, may be required.

This is an opportunity to shape a developing service and improve access to timely care. We are looking for individuals who are compassionate, adaptable, resilient, and motivated to innovate and make a meaningful difference.

This CAMHS Practitioner role is a full-time permanent post. We will welcome part-time applicants, with a minimum of 22.5 hours per week and condensed hours will also be supported. There is also an opportunity for an 18-month fixed-term role.

Main Duties of the Job
Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk assessment and formulation
• Deliver goal-focused, evidence-based interventions for children and young people
• Provide care coordination for a defined caseload
• Work collaboratively with families, schools, social care, GPs and voluntary services
• Contribute to multi-disciplinary team working and decision-making
• Promote early intervention, recovery, resilience and inclusion
• Maintain accurate, timely and confidential clinical records
• Actively engage in clinical supervision, reflective practice and continuing professional development

Please Note
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the Trust.

Following appointment, there is an expectation that staff will enrol in the DBS Update Service to maintain their DBS status.

Visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About Us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Job Responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential

• NMC/HCPC/SWE registered
• Understanding of therapy outcome measures.
• Knowledge of the legislative framework within which occupational therapists work.
• Knowledge and application of therapy assessments and interventions relevant to the client group.
• Ability to manage demanding workload to agreed deadlines and timescales
• An ability to write correspondence and reports
• Documented evidence of continuous professional development

Desirable

• Broad experience of working with clients with a range of mental health problems
• Previous experience in Children's Mental Health/CAMHS

Job Specific Experience
Essential

• Ability to communicate information clearly
• Ability to liaise successfully with colleagues in other sectors, health service and private and voluntary organisations
• Ability to manage time and conflicting demands and prioritise workload accordingly
• Ability to communicate verbally with patients/carers and colleagues

Desirable

• Experience of group work

Additional Requirements
Essential

• An understanding of and commitment to equal opportunities and the issues relating to disabled people.
• Basic IT keyboard skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
• The willingness to work flexibly

Business Travel
Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business

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.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).