Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner

Strategic Advocacy; Swindon; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Child and Young Person (CYP) Mental Health Support Worker. This full-time role involves providing urgent support and collaborating with families and professionals within community settings. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in mental health services, strong communication skills, and a current professional registration. Salary is £26,500 per year, with rota flexibility across evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Up to date knowledge of CYP emotional wellbeing and evidence-based early mental health practice.
• Experience providing direct urgent mental health services within an urgent care setting.
• Enhanced DBS check and current UK professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Lead urgent emotional support for CYP presenting significant safety needs.
• Coordinate with professionals to document ongoing safety plans.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans for CYP.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment skills

De-escalation skills

Cultural competency

Education

Relevant NVQ or university qualification

Job description

Job Summary

ABL Health Ltd is recruiting a Child and Young Person (CYP) Mental Health Support Worker to deliver urgent emotional and safety support across day and evening community settings. The role operates on a rota system, including evenings and weekends, and requires collaboration with families, schools, emergency services and community organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead urgent emotional support for CYP presenting significant safety needs in the Haven evening service, including rapid assessment, mood regulation, risk mitigation and de‑escalation.
• Coordinate with Police, Ambulance, ED and CAMHS to agree and document ongoing safety plans for referred CYP.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans for CYP in day services (Hubs), providing evidence‑based therapeutic interventions and education for families and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records of assessments, treatment plans and safeguarding actions in client database packages.
• Participate in regular supervision, peer support and professional development to stay current with best practices in child and adolescent mental health.
• Advocate for CYP mental health needs within the community, raising awareness and reducing stigma.

Qualifications and Experience

• Up to date knowledge of CYP emotional wellbeing and evidence‑based early mental health practice.
• Experience providing direct urgent mental health services within an urgent care setting or working with clients presenting with significant safety needs.
• Experience working in an enhanced need mental health multi‑disciplinary team environment and with external professionals such as emergency services.
• Enhanced DBS check and current UK professional registration.
• Desirable: Relevant NVQ or university qualification; experience delivering training, workshops or group interventions to CYP and parents/carers.

Personal Skills and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build trust and rapport with CYP, families and professionals.
• Strong de‑escalation, risk assessment and urgent intervention skills.
• Resilience and the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a high‑pressure, fast‑paced environment.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to the diverse needs of the community.

Job Details

Salary: £26,500 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full‑time, rota flexibility across evenings and weekends
Reference number: E0343-25-0017abl653h
Locations: 6 Darby Close, Nexus Business Centre, Cheney Manor, Swindon, England, United Kingdom (SN2 2PN); Nottinghamshire, UK

Equal Opportunity Employer

ABL Health Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees and applicants.