Therapist – CAMHS
Permanent, part-time role
Salary of £32,000
Essex
Are you an experienced or newly qualified therapist with a passion for supporting young people’s mental health and emotional development?
Do you thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where every child’s journey is unique and deeply valued?
Are you committed to delivering evidence-based therapy that empowers children and families to achieve long-term, meaningful change?
Do you want to join a service that values professional growth, reflective practice, and genuine compassion in every interaction?
Overview
An independent mental health service is seeking a dedicated CAMHS Therapist to join their specialist team supporting children and young people aged 0–18. This is a part-time role (30 hours per week) within a highly regarded inpatient and outpatient treatment setting known for its compassionate, person-centred approach and excellent clinical outcomes.
You will be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team providing structured psychological support to young people experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and mental health difficulties — including anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental disorders.
This is an ideal opportunity for a skilled therapist who is passionate about making a lasting difference in the lives of children and adolescents while working within a supportive, development-focused environment.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychological therapies tailored to children and young people presenting with diverse mental health needs.
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to inform individualised treatment plans, involving families and carers as appropriate.
- Provide a range of therapeutic interventions, such as CBT, systemic or family therapy, and trauma-informed approaches, adapting techniques to developmental stages.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team — including psychiatrists, nurses, and educators — to ensure holistic care and effective treatment planning.
- Liaise with external professionals and agencies, such as schools, social workers, and paediatricians, to promote joined-up support.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, contributing to service development, audits, and supervision.
- Uphold the highest standards of safeguarding, professional conduct, and ethical practice at all times.
Candidate Requirements
- Professional qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, Psychotherapy, or a related mental health discipline.
- Accreditation or registration with a recognised professional body (e.g., HCPC, BACP, UKCP).
- Experience providing therapy to children and adolescents within a CAMHS or equivalent setting.
- Strong grounding in evidence-based approaches, particularly CBT, systemic therapy, and trauma-informed care.
- Excellent communication, rapport-building, and teamwork skills with the ability to engage young people and their families.
- Thorough understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and risk management procedures.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
Salary Package & Benefits
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications.
- Subsidised meals during shifts.
- Birthday leave – an extra day off to celebrate your birthday.
- Enhanced maternity pay and contributory pension scheme.
- Access to a flexible benefits platform, including gym membership, tech schemes, and a healthcare cash plan.
- Ongoing training, supervision, and development opportunities, including sponsorship of professional qualifications.
- Leadership and management development for those seeking career progression.
- Refer-a-friend bonuses and long service recognition.
Contact Details:
For more information or to apply, please contact Aleksandra Siedlecka at Compass Associates: [email protected]
Recommendations:
Compass Associates is acting as a recruitment consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for any successful referral we place into this or another permanent role.
