CYP Mental Health Practitioner | Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FoundationTrust

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service provider in the UK is seeking a Band 6 Children and Young People's Mental Health Practitioner. The role involves providing high-quality therapeutic support and assessments to children and young people with mental health difficulties. Ideal candidates will have a relevant qualification, experience in a clinical setting, and strong communication and organisational skills. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals and their families.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge and skills in therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR, systemic therapy).
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic input and manage risk in a clinical setting.
• Deliver assessments, therapy, and family work to patients.
• Adapt and think on feet in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Experience in mental health assessment

Ability to manage clinically at-risk children

Adaptability

Education

Recognised qualification in relevant discipline

Job description

Band 6 Children and Young People's Mental Health Practitioner

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role as a Band 6 Children and Young People's Mental Health Practitioner? If yes, we want to hear from you.

Overview

The Children and Young People's West Cheshire Mental Health Team is made up of experienced clinicians from a variety of professional disciplines who provide therapeutic input, manage risk and complexity, and work within multi‑agency settings. We deliver services that include assessment, therapy, family work, group work, consultation and training.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in a relevant discipline such as nursing, social work or allied health professionals.
• Experience working with children and young people with mental health difficulties in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge and skills in a range of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, DBT, EMDR or systemic therapy.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to ethical practice and continuous learning.
• Enthusiasm and dedication to providing high‑quality, community‑based mental health services to children, young people and families.
• Experience in mental health assessment and formulation of interventions for the patient group.
• Ability to manage clinically at‑risk children and young people.
• Experience working under pressure in a demanding, fast‑paced environment.
• Capacity to adapt and think on your feet due to the nature of the role.
• Access to transport or ability to travel to various venues as part of the working day.

Equal Opportunities & Support

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can demonstrate that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification, please answer ‘YES’ to the question: ‘Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?’

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The Trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to eligible armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Applicants are advised to apply early; if a large number of applications are received the vacancy may close prior to the advertised date.