Early-Help Mental Health Practitioner in Schools

Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent health service provider in Birmingham seeks qualified Childrens Wellbeing Practitioners (CWP) and Educational Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP) to join their team. The role involves delivering mental health support in schools, conducting assessments, and providing evidence-based interventions. Successful candidates will promote mental health awareness through engaging workshops. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and possess skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives across Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Qualifications as CWP or EMHP with relevant experience in mental health.
• Ability to assess children for suitability for services.
• Experience delivering workshops and interventions in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening assessments of children and deliver interventions.
• Provide support for school staff to access early mental health help.
• Promote mental health awareness and prevention through training.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Consultation delivery

Workshop and assembly delivery

Collaborative working

Education

Qualified Childrens Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP)

Qualified Educational Mental Health Practitioner (EMHP)

Job description

A prominent health service provider in Birmingham seeks qualified Childrens Wellbeing Practitioners (CWP) and Educational Mental Health Practitioners (EMHP) to join their team. The role involves delivering mental health support in schools, conducting assessments, and providing evidence-based interventions. Successful candidates will promote mental health awareness through engaging workshops. Candidates must hold relevant qualifications and possess skills in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in children's lives across Birmingham.