CAMHS Single Point of Access Practitioner – Band 5 to Development

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the workforce in a new role for our CAMHS Single Point of Access for the Black Country. The service has recently undergone a change management process to move into one centralised CAMHS Single Point of Access from the previous locality based teams in the Black Country. The service centralises the management of all incoming referrals for young people with emotional well-being and mental health needs across the Black Country, covering Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton boroughs.

The successful candidate will be recruited into a band 5 position and developed to progress into band 6 positions upon completion of the development framework over an expected 18 months to two year period.

We are seeking qualified practitioners to join our vibrant and passionate team, facilitating young people's access to mental health services in the Black Country. The posts are suitable for both newly qualified and experienced professionals looking to transition into a career in CAMHS.We welcome applicants from a range of professional backgrounds who hold a recognised core qualification and registration with an appropriate governing body such as NMC, HCPC and Social Work England.

Main duties of the job To provide a quality specialist service to clients (and their families/carers) referred to CAMHS across all sectors of care To promote the reputation of CAMHS Effectively assess and prioritise clinical complexity and risk, liaising with senior colleagues as required Liaise with referrers and professionals in relation to clinical concerns and queries Be a clinical point of contact for children, young people and families.

Effectively liaise with referrers, professionals, partners and agencies in relation to referrals and/or assessments

In addition to the above, progressing to:
Triage referrals into CAMHS, including the assessment and prioritisation of clinical complexity and risk. To contribute towards referral and triage pathways and processes within CAMHS To provide specialist assessment and intervention for complex mental health needs and to work autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise systematic governance of practice within CAMHS. To contribute to the proposal, development and implementation of policy and procedures for CAMHS and wider children and family services.

About us We currently employ over 3,000 members of staff and just like the population we serve, we are made up of diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Whatever your background or education, working in a healthcare setting like ours is a demanding yet extremely rewarding experience. We offer exciting and rewarding career opportunities in a variety of fields, from nursing, psychiatry, counselling and pharmacy to admin and support roles such as IT, estates and facilities and human resources.

We take pride in supporting, developing and engaging with our workforce. Staff engagement, recognition and wellbeing are vital to the success of our organisation, and we strive to provide a setting in which our staff can showcase their skills, innovative solutions and dedication to healthcare.

Details Date posted
14 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

BandBand 5

Salary
Depending on experience

per annum

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time

Reference number
285-7950-CYPFJob locations

Canalside

Abbotts Street Bloxwich, WalsallWS3 3AZ
United Kingdom Job description

Job responsibilities To support in the provision of specialist systematic processes for the assessment of children and young people referred into CAMHS. To assess, triage and prioritise referrals ensuring an equitable system and that those with urgent needs are clearly identified and needs are addressed in a timely manner. To consider the appropriateness of CAMHS referrals in relation to agreed referral criteria and organise safe signposting as appropriate to the needs of the child/young person referred.

To work collaboratively with other disciplines/voluntary agencies. To undertake risk assessments as appropriate. To participate and facilitate where appropriate in person centred planning for children and adolescents with a mental health need. To work in liaison with adult mental health services and other agencies to ensure transitional arrangements are meeting individual needs and are person centred. To provide written and verbal reports for meetings and reviews as appropriate.

To work in liaison with trust safeguarding leads and other agencies regarding child and…