University Student Mental Health Liaison Therapist

Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization seeks candidates for a role in Liverpool, providing psychological interventions to students at risk of self-harm. Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, managing risks, and delivering structured interventions. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of mental health legislation is valued. No prior therapy experience is needed, as training will be provided. Flexible working requests are welcome.

Qualifications

• Proactive crisis management skills are essential.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation is desirable.
• Experience as a therapist is not required, training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and manage risk.
• Deliver structured intervention sessions and follow-ups.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and liaise with families.

Skills

High level interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Crisis management

Job description

A leading mental health organization seeks candidates for a role in Liverpool, providing psychological interventions to students at risk of self-harm. Responsibilities include conducting clinical assessments, managing risks, and delivering structured interventions. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and an understanding of mental health legislation is valued. No prior therapy experience is needed, as training will be provided. Flexible working requests are welcome.