Education Mental Health Practitioner: Early Youth Support

Devon Partnership NHS Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional NHS mental health provider in Exeter seeks two full-time Trained Education Mental Health Practitioners to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people. Successful candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team, providing support across educational settings. Qualifications include training in evidence-based therapies and experience working with children with mental health needs. This role offers the opportunity to enhance mental health services for families in the community.

Qualifications

• Experience of engaging with children and families with mental health needs.
• Experience of providing therapeutic interventions for children.
• Ability to work collaboratively across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional and mental health assessments for children.
• Ensure clinical effectiveness through evidence-based interventions.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team in community settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative working

Ability to manage emotionally distressing information

Knowledge of mental health interventions

Education

Training in evidence-based therapeutic approaches

Job description

A regional NHS mental health provider in Exeter seeks two full-time Trained Education Mental Health Practitioners to deliver evidence-based early interventions for children and young people. Successful candidates will work within a multi-disciplinary team, providing support across educational settings. Qualifications include training in evidence-based therapies and experience working with children with mental health needs. This role offers the opportunity to enhance mental health services for families in the community.