Education Mental Health Practitioner (Emhp)

Midlands Partnership University Nhs Foundation Trust; Cannock; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust in Cannock is seeking an experienced Education Mental Health Practitioner to support schools within the CAMHS framework. You will deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people in educational settings and collaborate with families, educators and partner agencies.

The post includes a welcome bonus of 5% of the first year salary and the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children, young people and families.
• Experience liaising with a wide variety of agencies.

Responsibilities

• For this role you must be a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner & have obtained the EMHP Post Graduate Diploma qualification following the completion of a CYP IAPT approved training in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment for Children & Young People (C&Y IAPT). MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 5% of first year salary - at 2.5% on commencement of employment and 2.5% following 12 months employment. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.

Education

HEE commissioned Education Mental Health Practitioner course

Job description

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. An exciting position has arisen within our Cannock Mental Health Support Team. We are looking for 2 experienced & enthusiastic Education Mental Health Practitioners.
You will continue to build on the fantastic work carried out within your allocated schools. The role is varied & no two days are the same, you may be setting up and delivering group work & assemblies one day to delivering assessment & interventions the next, as well as supporting schools to develop their whole school approaches to mental health & wellbeing.
You will be skilled & experienced in conducting mental health assessments of children and young people (CYP) presenting with common mental health difficulties such as anxiety and low mood. You will conduct risk assessments & identify the right level of support for CYP you come into contact with.
Alongside the clinical aspect of your role, you will play an integral part in supporting schools with their whole school approaches. There is scope for creativity and opportunities to work alongside CYP & parents/carers to drive the whole school approach agenda.
This is an opportunity to be involved in an established team within the wider CAMHS structure, as a joint initiative between health & education. You will work across the Cannock locality as well as supporting other MHSTs across South Staffordshire. You will work deliver parent, staff well-being, 1:1 & group work sessions.

Main duties of the job

• Assess & deliver outcome focused, evidence-based interventions in educational settings for children & young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties, working at all times in collaboration with & giving respect to the education function of the setting in which deployed.
• Work in effective, evidence-based partnership with children, young people, their families & educators in the development of plans for the intervention & agreed outcomes.
• Support & empower children, young people, their parents/carers, families & educators to make informed choices about the interventions being offered.
• Operate at all times from an inclusive values base, which recognises & respects diversity.
• Accept referrals within educational settings according to agreed local & national protocols.
• Undertake & record accurate assessments of risk & operate clear risk management processes in line with locally agreed procedures including the safeguarding protocols of the educational setting & Local Safeguarding Board guidance.
• Adhere to all regulations, processes & procedures within the educational service to which the post holder is attached within the educational setting where the post-holder working including (but not limited to) HR policies, training requirements, referral protocols, & emergency procedures. Signpost referrals of children with more complex needs to a locally identified appropriate service.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin.
We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity.
We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve.
Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Job responsibilities

For this role you must be a qualified Education Mental Health Practitioner & have obtained the relevant EMHP Post Graduate Diploma qualification following the completion of a CYP IAPT approved training in Evidence-Based Psychological Treatment for Children & Young People (C&Y IAPT). For further information relating to this position please refer to the attached job description and person specification. MPFT will offer a welcome bonus of 5% of first year salary - at 2.5% on commencement of employment and 2.5% following 12 months employment. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr 'Education Mental Health Practitioner' course.

Desirable

• A further relevant degree qualification
• Teaching qualification.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid trained.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others.
• Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies