Community CAMHS Care Coordinator
Job Description
Job summary
Permanent | Full-time
About us: 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.
About the role: 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.
About You: 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.
If you're looking to work in a role where you can make a difference and be part of a supportive team, this is the opportunity for you!
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Clinical Nurse Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
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.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are:
- Outstanding Patient Care
- Brilliant Place to work
- Leaders in Children's Health
We work with local, regional, and national partners to provide physical and mental healthcare across acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are amongst the best in their field, recognised nationally and internationally for their expertise.
As well as having enormous pride in what we do, we are a friendly, welcoming, and motivated NHS Trust who are guided by our CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our nearly 4000 colleagues live these values, ensuring kind and compassionate care that makes patients and their families feel safe and at home.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we remain committed to enhancing our reputation in children's health leadership, improving the experiences of both patient and colleagues, and focusing on our communities and population health.
Sheffield Children's provides great benefits to support your wellbeing, with excellent annual leave and pension schemes, health programmes, and exclusive discounts--helping you succeed at work and beyond.
Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.
Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones 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.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Person Specification
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- 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 of the principles of clinical governance and its application
- Current CAMHS practice / issues Health and Safety
Qualifications
Essential
- RMN (Mental Health) or RLDN (Learning Disabilities) registration or awaiting registration
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Degree in relevant subject
Desirable
- Training in a specific therapy
- Other relevant post graduate degree
Experience
Essential
- Multi-disciplinary working
Desirable
- CAMHS experience / placement
- Previous experience of working with children and young people or Adult mental health experience
- Previous experience of multi-agency working
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues
- Ability to use supervision and personal development positively and effectively.
Desirable
- Conflict resolution
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Becton Centre for Children and Young People
Sevenairs Road
Sheffield
S20 1NZ
