Overview
In this Consultant CAMHS Liaison role at Queen Alexandra Hospital, you provide clinical leadership in acute hospital settings to young people in crisis. You will bridge paediatric, emergency and community CAMHS services, contributing to high-quality, biopsychosocial care. The role includes safeguarding, medical oversight, and coordinating care for those awaiting a mental health bed. It offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with a notable financial incentive for eligible hires, and a strong focus on thoughtful decision-making and learning.
Pay / Benefits
- Golden Hello £30,000
- Competitive salary (£113,565 to £150,569)
- Permanent full-time contract
- Flexible working options discussed
- Opportunities for cross-team collaboration
- Supportive Trust with strong values
Responsibilities
- Provide timely specialist mental health assessment and intervention in acute hospitals
- Address biological, psychological, and social factors in care
- Deliver biopsychosocial formulations, therapeutic support, and co-produced safety plans
- Ensure safeguarding is considered at every stage
- Arrange 72-hour and/or 7-day follow-up for crisis presentations
- Support staff across acute settings with advice, education, and joint working
- Interface with community CAMHS and Tier 4 for continuity of care
- Support for families and carers
- Escalate safeguarding concerns in line with trust policy
Key requirements
- collaborative mindset
- thoughtful decision-making
- effective liaison and communication
- biopsychosocial assessment
- clinical leadership in acute hospital settings
- safeguarding procedures
Consultant in Child & Adolescent Mental Health in Hampshire employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
