Children and Young People’s Mental Health (CYPMH) Practitioner

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Une équipe dédiée à la santé mentale des enfants et des jeunes à Cheshire recherche des praticiens passionnés. Vous aurez l'opportunité d'apporter un changement significatif dans la vie des jeunes, avec une formation continue et un soutien dans un environnement collaboratif. Rejoignez-nous pour améliorer les services de santé mentale en communauté.

Benefits

Formation continue et développement professionnel

Programme d'induction complet

Qualifications

• Expérience travaillant avec des enfants et des jeunes ayant des défis de santé mentale.
• Connaissance des thérapies basées sur des preuves telles que CBT, DBT, EMDR.
• Engagement envers la pratique éthique et la croissance professionnelle continue.

Responsibilities

• Évaluation des besoins en santé mentale des enfants et jeunes.
• Formulation d'interventions adaptées pour les clients.
• Gestion des risques liés à la santé mentale et émotionnelle.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Interpersonnel

Education

Qualification reconnue en soins infirmiers, travail social ou professions de la santé

Job description

We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000. Terms and conditions apply; please see attached document. If this applies to you, kindly indicate this on your application so we can discuss it during the interview process.

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

The Children and Young People's East Cheshire Mental Health Team is a multidisciplinary group of experienced clinicians committed to delivering high-quality therapeutic care. We work collaboratively to manage complexity, mitigate risk, and achieve meaningful outcomes through assessments, therapy, family work, group sessions, consultation, and training.

We’re Seeking Enthusiastic Practitioners With:

• A recognised qualification in nursing, social work, or allied health professions.
• Experience working with children and young people facing mental health challenges.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapies such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, or systemic approaches.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional growth.

Join a supportive, innovative team offering ongoing training and development. You’ll have opportunities to grow professionally while making a real impact on young people’s lives.

Do You Want to Help Shape the Future of Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services?

We’re looking for passionate and dedicated professionals to join our team, improving pathways and delivering high-quality, community-based mental health care to children, young people, and their families.

What You’ll Bring To The Role:

• Enthusiasm and dedication: A genuine commitment to supporting children and young people’s mental health.
• Clinical expertise: Experience in conducting mental health assessments, formulating tailored interventions, and addressing diverse client needs.
• Risk management: Proven experience supporting children and young people presenting with clinical risks due to mental and emotional health needs.
• Resilience under pressure: Confidence in managing a fast-paced, dynamic environment with flexibility and adaptability.
• Practicality and mobility: Ability to travel to various venues as required throughout the working day.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and innovative team. Informal enquiries and visits are highly encouraged—come see how we’re making a difference!

If you’re ready to advance your career and contribute to the future of mental health services for children and young people, we’d love to hear from you.

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership (CWP) provides health and care services for over one million people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health, and all-age disability care. We operate across multiple sites and regions, including Wirral, Cheshire, Trafford, Warrington, Bolton, Halton, and Liverpool, and offer specialized services for the North West.

Our mission is to improve community lives through a compassionate, person-centred approach. We are rated Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission and overall Good.

As a Disability Confident Employer, Rainbow Badge Scheme member, Veteran Aware organization, and Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award holder, CWP values inclusivity and encourages applications from those with direct experience of our services.

We offer up to three weeks of induction through our Prepare to Care programme, helping new starters hit the ground running.

Whether starting your career or seeking to apply your skills in a new role, CWP has something for you.

For further details or informal visits, contact:

• Name: Victoria Holmes
• Job title: Operational Team Manager
• Email: [e-mail]
• Telephone: [phone]

If you identify as neurodivergent and need assistance completing your application, please contact [e-mail] or call 01244 393100.