Band 6/7 Mental Health Practitioner - Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team

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Job Opportunity: Senior Mental Health Practitioner - CAMHS - Wigan UK - £26 - £31 per hour - Pay and Band based on experience - Hourly - Ongoing

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young people while advancing your career in a dynamic role? We have an opening for a Senior Mental Health Practitioner within the CAMHS team in Wigan. This position involves working with children and young people presenting with mental health issues, specifically within the framework of the Youth Offending Team. You will be integral to developing service pathways and delivering care as you work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team.

Perks and Benefits:

* Our core hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, but we offer flexible options around these hours. Perhaps a four-day week with 8am to 6pm shifts suits you better, or maybe 8am to 4pm fits your lifestyle. We understand the value of work-life balance and can accommodate part-time requests too.

* Locum work provides the unique advantage of experiencing diverse roles without a long-term commitment, letting you gain varied skills and keep your career dynamic.

* As a locum, you are in control of your schedule, offering greater autonomy and the ability to explore different facets of your specialism.

* You will work within a supportive team environment that values continuous professional development, ensuring you have access to learning opportunities and training.

What you will do:

* Provide a specialised role in developing services and care pathways for children and young people with mental health challenges within the THRIVE framework.

* Collaborate intensively with the Youth Offending Team to deliver mental health and risk support.

* Engage in and contribute to the multi-disciplinary team by completing triage calls and consultations.

* Deliver training session to team members and external partners.

* Conduct clinical assessments, formulate risk management plans, and offer short-term therapeutic interventions.

* Manage cases effectively, ensuring service users receive high-quality, person-centred care.

Wigan is a bustling area with a rich history and a vibrant community spirit, making it a fantastic place to live and work. Enjoy the beautiful countryside and the close proximity to major cities like Manchester and Liverpool, providing both tranquil settings and urban adventures. Join us and be part of a community committed to improving the lives of young people.

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