CAMHS Crisis Liaison Practitioner Port Talbot, Wales
Job description
The role of the CAMHS Crisis Liason Practitioner is to provide timely assessments and brief interventions to Children and Young People who present in a crisis.
The purpose of this role is to provide timely assessment of children and young people who present in crisis.
They will provide support, advice and education to the Emergency Departments/Paediatric Wards/General Wards to build knowledge and skills of staff within these settings in the care and treatment of children and young people with mental health problems, and to ensure timely and effective treatment and discharge.
The post holder will manage their own workload, and work within clearly defined occupational policies and procedures.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
