Youth Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner

The Children's Society; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36 days’ annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Pension matched up to 8%

Free counselling service

Skills development

2 days of paid volunteering

Job summary

The Children's Society is seeking an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner to join the Gateshead Time service. You will support young people aged 11-18, or up to 25 with SEND, through drop-in and structured sessions in a community setting.

You will build meaningful relationships quickly, discuss concerns, assess risk, and arrange further support as needed. A passion for youth wellbeing and relevant qualifications are essential.

Qualifications

• Passion and working knowledge of young people and emotional wellbeing.
• Able to develop good relationships with CYP and families.
• Experience with ages 11–25 who have emotional health and wellbeing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct low level support that is person centred.
• Lead drop-in sessions, one-to-one meetings and ongoing support.
• Deliver group-based work and interactive workshops.

Skills

Empathy for youth

Relationship building

IT skills

Intervention knowledge

Education

Relevant qualification in Health/Social Care or Counselling

Job description

The Children's Society is seeking an Emotional Health and Wellbeing Practitioner to join the Gateshead Time service. You will support young people aged 11-18, or up to 25 with SEND, through drop-in and structured sessions in a community setting.

You will build meaningful relationships quickly, discuss concerns, assess risk, and arrange further support as needed. A passion for youth wellbeing and relevant qualifications are essential.