CAMHS Consultant Psychiatrist – COAST (Enhanced £45k Recruitment & Retention Package) A senior leadership opportunity within crisis CAMHS, offering intensive home treatment work, strong system influence and a £45,000 Recruitment & Retention Package. Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist to join COAST (Crisis Outreach Acute Support Team), based at Chalkhill Hospital, Haywards Heath. This is a pivotal consultant role at the interface of inpatient and community CAMHS services, supporting young people in crisis to remain safely at home wherever possible. About the role COAST provides intensive home treatment and crisis outreach for young people across Mid Sussex, holding an active caseload of approximately 12–20 young people at any one time. The team works closely with inpatient units, community CAMHS and the Southern Counties Provider Collaborative to reduce avoidable admissions and improve outcomes for children and young people experiencing acute mental health crises. You will provide senior psychiatric leadership within a well-established multidisciplinary team including nursing, psychology, occupational therapy, systemic therapy, social work and creative therapies. The role offers real opportunity to shape crisis pathways, strengthen system relationships and influence service development across CAMHS. Recruitment & Retention Package This post attracts a £45,000 Recruitment & Retention Package structured over three years. Payment is pro rata for part-time working. Relocation support may also be available subject to policy. Key responsibilities

Senior psychiatric assessment and management of complex crisis presentations Medication management and specialist clinical formulation Responsible Clinician duties under the Mental Health Act where required Clinical supervision of junior medical staff Participation in the CAMHS Consultant on-call rota (currently 1:9 with compensatory rest) Visible clinical leadership across daily handovers, reviews and system escalation discussions Contribution to service redesign, audit and quality improvement

Why join Sussex Partnership? We are rated ‘Outstanding’ for Caring and ‘Good’ overall by the CQC. Consultants benefit from strong peer networks, supportive medical leadership and close academic links with Brighton and Sussex Medical School. We offer:

Flexible and bespoke job planning 30 days’ study leave over three years with associated funding Dedicated SPA time for CPD, audit, teaching and service development Opportunities for research and innovation Wellbeing initiatives and strong consultant peer supervision

Why Haywards Heath and Mid Sussex? Haywards Heath offers the balance of countryside and connectivity. With direct rail links to London and the south coast, proximity to Gatwick Airport and easy access to the South Downs National Park, the area combines excellent quality of life with strong transport connections. On-site parking is available at Chalkhill Hospital. About you You will be GMC-registered with CCT in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (or within six months) and Approved Clinician status or willingness to obtain. You will bring excellent clinical judgement, strong leadership capability and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary crisis care. Location: Chalkhill Hospital, Haywards Heath (flexibility considered) Hours: Full time – 10 PAs Contract: Permanent Our commitment We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and from disabled candidates who are currently under‑represented within our organisation. If you are looking for a consultant role that combines crisis psychiatry, system leadership and genuine influence within CAMHS, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join COAST. #J-18808-Ljbffr