CAMHS Support Worker- South Essex

TheCAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) Support Worker,plays a crucial role in ensuring that young people and their families have a clear understanding of their treatment plans and receive the necessary support to engage in the therapeutic process. The postholders responsibilities will include conducting Session 0, which occurs after the initial assessment and treatment plan formulation by a practitioner. They will meet with children and young people (CYP) and their families (if appropriate), help them understand their care plans, and address any barriers to engagement in treatment. It's important to note that this role does not require qualification as a therapist., Session 0 Engagement:

• Meet with the young person and their family (if applicable) to explain and discuss the treatment plan that has been formulated by the practitioner. Ensure that the CYP and their family fully comprehend the plan's goals and components.
+ Barriers to Engagement: Identify and address any obstacles that may hinder the CYP's participation in treatment. Provide guidance and support to mitigate these barriers, which could include addressing concerns, fears, or logistical challenges. + Introduction of Psychoeducation E-Platform: Familiarize the CYP and their family with the psychoeducation e-platform. Explain how it can be used to access additional resources, information, and support that complements their treatment. + Booking Treatment Slots: Assist in scheduling the CYP's course of treatment. Ensure that the first available and accessible slots are booked, considering the individual's needs and preferences. Co-facilitation
• Practitioner-Led Treatment Programs: Collaborate with other team members to co-facilitate treatment programs designed to address the mental health needs of young people. Work closely with practitioners to implement treatment plans effectively
• Evidence-Based Parenting Programs: Assist in delivering evidence-based parenting programs that provide guidance and support to parents and caregivers. These programs aim to enhance parenting skills and improve family dynamics.
  
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We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UKs leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone. While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.