CAMHS Crisis Clinician

Croydon CAMHS are excited to advertise 2 Band 7 Clinical Nurse Specialist roles within the Croydon CAMHS Crisis Team

We have a full term substantive post (1 WTE) as well as a part time option.

Both posts open to registered Nurses/Social Workers/ Occupational Therapist or equivalent who have experience in CAMHS or risk assessment work.

Successful applicant will form a close working relationship with peers, Clinical Service Lead and other professionals and networks how provide care to young people presenting in A&E..

The post holder will provide, or advise on the delivery of high quality and safe care, ensuring consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence which comply with the Trust and their registering body. The post holder will be a positive role model to other members of the team through the practice of evidence-based care and be expected to support professional development through clinical appraisal and supervision., The successful applicant/s will assess and manage young people presenting at Croydon University Hospital in mental health crisis and their families, carers, and related professionals . They will co-ordinate and deliver discharge planning and follow up appointments alongside CAMHS colleagues of individualised care for adolescents and their families and evaluate these programmes, ensuring high standards of practice in accordance with national guidelines and Trust policy.

By coming to work at SLaM, you will gain experience of being part of an organisation with a rich history and international reputation in mental health care. You will have access to professional development and learning opportunities, and have the chance to work alongside people who are world leaders in their field. SLaM delivered more than 14,000 training experiences in 2014; providing an extensive range of learning opportunities for staff at all levels. In addition, our working relationship with King's Health Partners allows those working at the Trust to get involved in academic research.