Job Title: CAMHS Support Worker
Agency: Nationwide
Location: CAMHS Professionals
Salary/Rate: Not Specified

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Job Summary

CAMHS Professionals are specialist mental health recruiters, and we’re always looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our nationwide network on a contract basis. If you’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties, we want to hear from you.

What the role actually looks like 

• CAMHS inpatient wards
• Residential mental health services for young people
• Community mental health support services
• Crisis and step-down services
• Supported living and community outreach

Day-to-day responsibilities will include: 

• Providing practical, emotional, and social support to service users in line with their individual care plans
• Building therapeutic and trusting relationships with service users, promoting independence and well-being
• Supporting service users with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and community access
• Assisting with the implementation of positive behaviour support (PBS) strategies
• Monitoring and recording changes in service users’ presentation, behaviour, and mental health, and escalating concerns appropriately
• Working collaboratively with the wider care team, including nurses, therapists, and social workers
• Attending handovers, team meetings, and supervision sessions
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date care records and documentation
• Supporting the delivery of structured activities and engagement programmes

What we need from you

Essential: 

• Previous experience working in a mental health, social care, or support worker role (paid or voluntary)
• A genuine commitment to person-centred, compassionate care
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain)
• Up-to-date mandatory training — BLS, safeguarding, manual handling (or willingness to complete)
• Strong communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work flexibly, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays as required
• A reliable, resilient, and team-focused approach

Desirable (but not always required): 

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (or equivalent)
• Experience specifically within CAMHS or young people’s mental health services
• PMVA or de-escalation training
• PBS (Positive Behaviour Support) training or awareness
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, ASD, or ADHD

What you’ll get from us: 

• Competitive contract pay rates — discussed openly
• Flexible shifts to suit your availability
• A dedicated consultant who will match you to the right placements
• Full compliance and onboarding support
• Opportunities across a wide range of settings and client groups
• Genuine support throughout your placement

Ready to take on your next support worker contract?

Apply here or message us directly. No hard sell, just an honest conversation.

CAMHS Professionals | Specialist Mental Health Recruitment | Always Hiring

How to Apply;

Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online for this job

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