Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner - Camhs Crisis Team in Stockport, Cheshire

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Job Title: Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner – CAMHS Crisis Team
Location: Stockport, UK
Salary: £26.00 per hour
Contract Type: 3–6 months (Ongoing)
Working Hours: Full-time or Part-time available; flexible 7-day rota
Shift Options: 8:00–20:00, 8:00–16:00, or 12:00–20:00

Position Overview

• Join the CAMHS Crisis Team in Stockport as a Band 6 Mental Health Practitioner on a 3–6 month ongoing contract.

• Make a significant impact on the lives of young people facing mental health crises while benefiting from the flexibility and variety that locum work offers.

• Ideal for professionals seeking a dynamic and rewarding role within child and adolescent mental health services.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide rapid crisis response in collaboration with senior clinical staff for young individuals in acute mental health distress.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and implement management strategies using structured Risk Assessment and Risk Reduction frameworks.

• Set therapeutic goals and deliver family-centred support to young people and their carers during crisis episodes.

• Refer appropriately to specialist in-patient services while working to minimise admissions through effective collaborative intervention.

• Design and deliver holistic, recovery-oriented care plans focused on safety, resilience, and long-term well-being.

• Offer intensive support across a range of pathways including assessment models, inreach services, rapid interventions, and extended care.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible Working Hours: Choose from long or short shifts to suit your preferred work-life balance.

• Part-Time or Full-Time Options: Align your professional role with personal responsibilities seamlessly.

• Professional Variety: No two days are the same—enjoy a fast-paced, diverse work environment that keeps you engaged.

• Locum Advantages: Experience the autonomy to take breaks when needed, ensuring you never miss life’s key moments.

Why Stockport?

• Discover the perfect balance of urban energy and natural charm in Stockport.

• Enjoy excellent transport links, a rich cultural heritage, and a friendly community—ideal for both career progression and quality living.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel

• Partner with a reputable, award-winning agency, consistently rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by over 1,000 healthcare professionals.

• Receive expert support in securing competitive roles tailored to your expertise and career goals.

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