Senior Mental Health Practitioner CLA

Strategic Advocacy; Swindon; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community health organization is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to lead a dedicated team in delivering person-centred interventions for children experiencing mental health difficulties. This full-time role involves conducting assessments, developing care plans, and supervising practitioners to ensure effective therapeutic support. The organization is committed to reducing health inequalities and improving lives, making this an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about making a difference in the community. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative healthcare solutions and contribute to meaningful change.

Qualifications

• Registered therapist or counsellor with experience in mental health settings.
• Ability to develop intervention plans and supervise team members.

Responsibilities

• Support a team in delivering evidence-based interventions for CLA.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop intervention plans.

Skills

Supervision of mental health practitioners

Working with children and young people

Building therapeutic relationships

Communication skills

Commitment to equality and inclusiveness

Education

Registration with a recognised national body

Relevant therapy qualification (e.g., CBT)

2 years of post-qualification experience

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Job Summary

We are looking for a registered therapist, counsellor or wellbeing practitioner to lead a team of Link Workers and counsellors to deliver person-centred, outcome-focused, evidence-based interventions for Children Looked After (CLA) experiencing moderate mental health difficulties. The role involves supporting children to improve their emotional health and resilience, aiming to meet individual desired outcomes of each referral.

Main Duties of the Job

1. Support a team of counsellors and Link Workers in delivering person-centred, outcome-focused, evidence-based interventions for CLA with moderate mental health difficulties.
2. Assist in designing and implementing innovative, client-focused care plans to support successful care pathways, placements, and reunifications.

About Us

ABL is a dynamic, growing community health organisation, registered with CQC, committed to delivering evidence-based, innovative healthcare services in partnership with communities and stakeholders. We are dedicated to reducing health inequalities and improving lives, and we value working within a close-knit team of professionals who share our core values.

Additional Details

• Salary: £32,000 per year
• Contract: Permanent
• Full-time position based at Nexus Business Centre, Swindon
• Reference: E0343-25-0012abl743b

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments considering educational, emotional, family, and social factors.
• Develop short-term intervention plans using behavioural, cognitive, psychodynamic, and systemic approaches.
• Supervise team members in delivering therapeutic interventions.
• Develop alternative therapeutic activities like group work or play therapy.
• Maintain confidential case records securely and accurately.
• Build links with other agencies for signposting and referrals.
• Manage risks proactively, including safeguarding and child protection issues.

Skills & Competencies

• Experience supervising mental health practitioners and working with children and young people in mental health settings.
• Confident in supporting children presenting moderate risk behaviours.
• Ability to build strong therapeutic relationships quickly.
• Excellent communication skills with CYP, families, and professionals.
• Committed to equality, inclusiveness, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registration with a recognised national body (e.g., HCPC, NMC, BACP, BABCP, BASW, TRA).
• Relevant therapy qualification, such as CBT.
• At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of CYP development, family dynamics, and mental health principles.

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to adapt to service needs and willingness to travel.
• Enhanced DBS check clearance.
• Current UK professional registration.