Band 8a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS Assessment Service

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Job Title: Band 8a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS Assessment Service
Specialism: Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Location: Mitcham, Surrey
Salary: Up to £41.00 per hour
Type: Part-time, locum, ongoing, 30 hours per week

Join our dynamic team as a Band 8a Clinical Nurse Specialist - CAMHS Assessment Service within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services in Mitcham, Surrey. With a competitive hourly pay rate of up to £41.00 and the flexibility of a part-time schedule of 30 hours per week, this ongoing locum opportunity allows you to make a significant impact on young lives. If you possess robust CAMHS experience and thrive in conducting thorough assessments and developing treatment plans, this role could be your next career adventure.

Perks and benefits

* Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom and flexibility that locum work offers, enabling you to balance your professional commitments with personal pursuits.
* Competitive pay: Competitive pay rates of up to £41.00 per hour offer financial rewards for your expertise and experience.
* Specialist experience: Gain invaluable experience in a specialist CAMHS assessment setting, enhancing your career portfolio.
* Work-life balance: Flexible working hours foster a healthy work-life balance, letting you tailor your schedule to fit your lifestyle needs.
* Professional growth: Be part of a close-knit multidisciplinary team, providing opportunities for shared learning and professional growth.

What you will do

* Undertake high-quality CAMHS triage and assessment work, ensuring the needs of children and young people are accurately identified and addressed.
* Complete detailed specialist mental health assessments to inform care planning and treatment.
* Conduct risk assessments and develop comprehensive risk management plans.
* Offer expert consultation and advice to professionals and families involved in the care of young people.
* Manage complex cases within the assessment service, providing continuity and consistency of care.
* Develop and implement care and treatment plans based on individual assessments.
* Supervise Band 7 staff and assistants, fostering their professional development.
* Utilise clinical outcome and screening measures to evaluate treatment effectiveness.
* Collaborate closely within a multidisciplinary CAMHS team, contributing diverse professional insights.
* Maintain accurate electronic clinical records to ensure continuity and quality of care.
* Support service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives, driving excellence in care.
* Contribute actively to safeguarding and child protection processes.

Discover the vibrant community of Mitcham, Surrey, where work and lifestyle blend seamlessly. With its charming green spaces, excellent transport links, and a welcoming atmosphere, Mitcham offers the perfect backdrop for both professional fulfilment and personal relaxation. Whether you're looking to explore historic sites, enjoy local cuisine, or simply relax in nature, Mitcham is an exceptional place to live and work.

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