Outreach CAMHS Youth Worker - Mental Health Equity

Oxford Health NHS Trust; Melksham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Youth Worker for a one-year fixed-term role to enhance access to mental health services for hard-to-reach youth. The position focuses on assessing barriers to service access, collaborating with various partners, and implementing outreach strategies. Candidates should possess a level 6 youth worker qualification and experience in leading groups and working with young individuals. A supportive working environment with numerous benefits is offered.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

NHS Discount

Competitive pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff accommodation

Qualifications

• Experience of designing, evaluating and leading groups.
• Experience of designing, evaluating and leading individual work for young people.
• Supervision of others.

Responsibilities

• Audit CAMHS provision across BSW to assess representation and accessibility for hard-to-reach groups.
• Provide insights into population data to inform targeted interventions.
• Plan and manage the delivery of targeted outreach and support activities.

Skills

Understanding of Youth work curriculum

Understanding of mental health issues for Children/young people

Education

Minimum level 6 youth worker qualification

Evidence of CPD

Job description

A healthcare trust in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated Youth Worker for a one-year fixed-term role to enhance access to mental health services for hard-to-reach youth. The position focuses on assessing barriers to service access, collaborating with various partners, and implementing outreach strategies. Candidates should possess a level 6 youth worker qualification and experience in leading groups and working with young individuals. A supportive working environment with numerous benefits is offered.