Community Band 6 in Stockton-on-Tees)

Benton Robertson; North East, Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Locum CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6) - High Pay, Flexible Contract in Stockton-on-Tees!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you a Band 6 CAMHS Practitioner looking for a rewarding locum role in Stockton-on-Tees? We have an exciting opportunity with great pay and flexibility!

Job Title: CAMHS Practitioner (Band 6)

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments for children and young people.
2. Developing and implementing personalised care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.
3. Providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support emotional well-being and recovery.
4. Offering crisis intervention and risk management strategies to ensure the safety of young people.
5. Liaising with families, schools, social workers, and other professionals to deliver holistic care.
6. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records in line with NHS standards and guidelines.
7. Offering guidance and psychoeducation to families and caregivers.

Requirements & Qualifications:

1. A current and valid NMC registration (or relevant professional body registration).
2. Previous experience in CAMHS or working with children and adolescents in mental health settings.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. The ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
5. A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role requires availability from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The contract is for an initial 3-month period with a strong possibility of extension based on performance and service needs.

Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer Mental Health, incorporating HG Nursing and HG Doctors, is a leading UK recruitment agency for Mental Health Professionals, specialising in locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We help RMNs, CPNs, CAMHS Practitioners, Social Workers, Psychologists, and Talking Therapists find high-quality jobs that match their skills and career goals.

With exclusive roles and a 4.8-star Google rating, we provide a trusted, hassle-free recruitment experience. We're also ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For.

The benefits of working with us:

1. Fast & simple locum registration - get set up quickly.
2. A network of like-minded mental health, nursing, and medical professionals.
3. Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll.
4. Specialist recruitment consultants who understand your field.
5. Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities.
6. CV marketing & business development support.
7. Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD.

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