CYP Mental Health Practitioner – Flexible, Impactful Role

NHS; Boscombe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Boscombe seeks a Children's and Young People Mental Health Practitioner to provide crucial mental health assessments and support for vulnerable youth entering the criminal justice system. The role demands strong clinical skills, collaboration with various services, and autonomy in a dynamic environment. Full-time applicants are preferred, with flexibility for part-time roles available. This is a fixed-term position until March 2028 with a focus on enhancing support systems for children and young people.

Qualifications

• Registered practitioner with post-registration specialty training.
• Experience working with children and young people with vulnerabilities.
• Ability to manage change effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health and risk assessments for children and young people.
• Collaborate with statutory and voluntary services to ensure support pathways.
• Provide support to reduce the risk of re-offending.

Skills

Creative thinking

Self-motivation

Clinical assessment

Risk assessment

Collaboration

Education

Degree/Diploma in relevant field

Job description

A health service provider in Boscombe seeks a Children's and Young People Mental Health Practitioner to provide crucial mental health assessments and support for vulnerable youth entering the criminal justice system. The role demands strong clinical skills, collaboration with various services, and autonomy in a dynamic environment. Full-time applicants are preferred, with flexibility for part-time roles available. This is a fixed-term position until March 2028 with a focus on enhancing support systems for children and young people.