CAMHS LIST Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP) – Band 6
A compelling opportunity to deliver high-quality psychological care within a crisis mental health service
Why Join Us?
Step into a role where your psychological skills make a direct difference to children and young people experiencing acute mental health difficulties. As a CAMHS LIST CAP, you will contribute to the delivery of timely, evidence-based interventions that support young people in crisis and help prevent hospital admissions.
You will be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering compassionate, responsive, and high-quality care within an innovative and evolving service.
If you are motivated, compassionate and committed to improving outcomes for young people, this is an opportunity to grow and thrive within a forward-thinking environment.
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Associate Psychologist (CAP) to join our Liaison and Intensive Support Team (LIST) at Band 6 level. You will work alongside senior clinicians to support children and young people presenting with moderate to severe and complex mental health needs.
In this role, you will:
Deliver structured psychological assessments and contribute to formulations under supervision.
Provide brief, evidence-based psychological interventions (e.g. CBT-informed, low-intensity or guided approaches).
Support the delivery of intensive, short-term interventions for young people in crisis.
Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support care planning and risk management.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with service and governance standards.
Support young people and families in developing coping strategies and improving emotional wellbeing.
Work flexibly across community and home settings where appropriate.
Liaise with partner agencies (schools, social care, GPs) to support coordinated care.
Contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement activities.
Why Work With Us?
At CNWL, our teams are united by a shared commitment to delivering outstanding, patient-centred care. You will be joining an organisation that:
Invests in your professional development and progression into more senior roles.
Offers structured supervision and learning opportunities.
Encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
Values diversity and promotes an inclusive working culture.
You will receive regular supervision and support to develop your psychological skills within a specialist CAMHS crisis service.
About Milton Keynes CAMHS
You will be part of Milton Keynes CAMHS, a growing and innovative service delivering responsive and evidence-based mental health care for children and young people.
Milton Keynes CAMHS offers:
A well-established crisis pathway through the LIST service, with opportunities to develop psychologically informed care.
Strong partnership working with acute hospitals, schools, GPs, children’s services and voluntary agencies.
A collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team culture.
A commitment to staff wellbeing, supervision and ongoing professional development.
Please check the Milton Keynes CAMHS website for further information.
Milton Keynes CAMHS :: Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a practitioner who brings:
Relevant postgraduate qualification (e.g. CAP training or equivalent psychological therapy qualification).
Experience of working with children and young people within CAMHS or a similar setting.
Knowledge of common mental health difficulties affecting children and young people.
Skills in delivering structured, evidence-based psychological interventions under supervision.
Ability to assess risk and respond appropriately with senior support.
Good organisational skills and ability to manage a defined caseload.
An excellent team player who contributes positively to a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to engage children, young people and families.
A commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
