Social Care Workers in CAMHS work with children and young people up to the age of 18 years and their families, who are experiencing mental health difficulties. An important part of their work is building a therapeutic relationship with the young person and their families.

As part of the multidisciplinary teams, Social Care Workers are involved in the assessment and therapeutic process. Intervention takes many forms including standardised assessment, direct child therapy and family work, group interventions, behaviour management training, and liaison with schools and other agencies.  They also provide education and support to families, and work in a collaborative manner.