Community CAMHS Care Coordinator in Sheffield

Sheffield Community CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services) is dedicated to improving the mental health and wellbeing of young people across Sheffield. Our team delivers high-quality care and support to children and families, helping them through their mental health journeys. We are committed to providing a positive, inclusive environment where staff can develop and make a difference in the lives of young people.

Under supervision of Registered Nurses, you will deliver care coordination services to young people and their families, enhancing access and collaboration throughout their care journey in CAMHS.

You are motivated, enthusiastic, and keen to develop your career in a children's mental health setting. You have an interest in supporting young people and their families, with a commitment to learning and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.

Main duties of the job:

• Provide care coordination to young people and their families, ensuring the smooth access and communication across services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals and external agencies to support the holistic care of young people.
• Be the lead contact for families, responding to telephone enquiries and providing support regarding patient care.
• Facilitate communication and information sharing between the multi-agency network, incorporating safeguarding, education, and transition issues into the therapeutic process.

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, including generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts.

Person Specification

Essential – Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge and understanding of current government safeguarding legislation.
• Application of Health, Safety, and Risk management policies.
• Ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients.
• Competent in the use of IT systems including electronic clinical records.
• Excellent communication / interpersonal skills (verbal / written).
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• Have access to a car or alternative transport to carry out home visits.

Desirable – Knowledge and Experience:

• Knowledge of the principles of clinical governance and its application.
• Knowledge of issues relating to children and young people and the impact on mental health.
• Understanding of evidence-based therapies and how it relates to the post.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding children and factors impacting parenting capacity.

Essential – Experience:

• Extensive work with families / safeguarding children / domestic abuse / substance misuse / mental health issues.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of working with children and young people.
• Experience of multi-agency working.

Desirable – Experience:

• Experience of working in a child and adolescent mental health or related services.
• Worked in a service with agreed targets to demonstrate outcomes.
• Ability to manage own caseload and time.

Essential – Qualifications:

• RMN (Mental Health) or RLDN (Learning Disabilities).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Degree in relevant subject.
• Current NMC registration.

Desirable – Qualifications:

• Training in a specific therapy.
• Other relevant post-graduate degree.

Essential – Personal Attributes:

• Ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues.
• Ability to use supervision and personal development positively and effectively.

Desirable – Personal Attributes:

• Conflict resolution.

At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. We welcome feedback to enhance our practices.

This post does not offer visa sponsorship for part-time roles and Band 2 roles. Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered alongside all other applications. For sponsorship eligibility details, see UK Visas and Immigration resources. UK registration with a current professional body is required.

Employer name: Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Centenary House, Albert Terrace Road, Sheffield, S6 3BR

Employer's website: https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/