Senior Mental Health Practitioner – Youth Crisis Care

Haringey GP Federation; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health organization based in North Devon is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner for their Urgent Care Pathway. You will provide crisis care to children and young people, delivering assessments and interventions. The role involves collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and supports flexible working hours. Ideal candidates should possess a mental health qualification, experience with complex cases, and excellent communication skills. Join us in making a meaningful impact in youth mental health care.

Benefits

Clinical supervision

Peer support

Opportunities for CPD

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in managing complex mental health cases.
• Experience in a community CAMHS setting.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver crisis assessments and safety plans for young people.
• Respond to urgent presentations in partnership with families.
• Collaborate with education and social care services.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to engage with children/young people

Flexibility in working hours

Education

Professional mental health qualification

Active registration with professional body

Qualification in therapeutic interventions

Job description

A health organization based in North Devon is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner for their Urgent Care Pathway. You will provide crisis care to children and young people, delivering assessments and interventions. The role involves collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and supports flexible working hours. Ideal candidates should possess a mental health qualification, experience with complex cases, and excellent communication skills. Join us in making a meaningful impact in youth mental health care.