Part-Time Mental Health Support Worker for Teens (13–18)

Children North East; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Children North East is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker for its Safe Haven project in the North East. The role focuses on providing 1-1 mental health support to young people aged 13-18 in a safe, welcoming environment both in person and online, with emphasis on active listening and effective communication.

The post requires collaboration with the team, engagement with stakeholders, and knowledge of referral pathways to ensure appropriate onward support, under the supervision of

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality 1-1 mental health support for young people using a safe and welcoming approach.
• Engage with young people to understand needs, reduce crisis intensity and help develop a safety plan.
• Collaborate with the team, engage stakeholders, stay updated on referral pathways, and support service development with the Team Lead.

Job description

Children North East is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker for its Safe Haven project in the North East. The role focuses on providing 1-1 mental health support to young people aged 13-18 in a safe, welcoming environment both in person and online, with emphasis on active listening and effective communication.

The post requires collaboration with the team, engagement with stakeholders, and knowledge of referral pathways to ensure appropriate onward support, under the supervision of