Overview
In this role you will provide highly specialist nursing input within a multi-disciplinary CYP Mental Health service. You will deliver assessments and evidence-based interventions, coordinate care, and contribute to safeguarding and risk management. Working across clinic-based and outreach settings, you will lead and participate in service development, supervision, and MDT discussions. You will support colleagues and learners through consultation and supervision, helping to strengthen early identification and management of disorders. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to shape high-quality, patient-centered care within an outstanding NHS Trust.
Responsibilities
- contribute to nursing input and clinical governance within the team
- participate in referral and allocation processes, assessments, and treatment delivery
- manage risk and safeguarding for children and vulnerable adults
- coordinate care and oversee a caseload
- engage in case discussions and service meetings
- provide consultation and supervision to colleagues, students, and partner staff
- chair or participate in MDTs and provide clinical sign-off
- lead service innovation and development projects with junior staff
- support early identification and physical/psychological management of disorders in collaboration with other agencies
Key requirements
- essential professional qualification for Nurse, Social Worker, Clinical Psychologist, Child/Family Therapist or Systemic Therapist
- degree level qualification or equivalent experience
- willingness to pursue further appropriate training
- current UK professional registration
- leadership
- team working
- effective communication
- extensive CYPMHS experience
- risk management and safeguarding
- care coordination
CYPMHS Practitioner in Watford 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.
