Youth Mental Health Support Practitioner

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a professional to deliver mental health and wellbeing support to children and their families. The role involves conducting assessments, planning interventions, and collaborating with schools to enhance mental health strategies.

Key responsibilities include preparing therapeutic interventions, participating in parent support groups, and adhering to documentation standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting young people's mental health and facilitating positive interventions.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering mental health/wellbeing advice to children and families.
• Ability to facilitate parenting skills groups.
• Skills in documentation and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and carry out therapeutic interventions with children, young people, and parents.
• Conduct planned reviews of care under supervision.
• Complete risk assessments relating to behaviour or mental health.

Job description

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a professional to deliver mental health and wellbeing support to children and their families. The role involves conducting assessments, planning interventions, and collaborating with schools to enhance mental health strategies.

Key responsibilities include preparing therapeutic interventions, participating in parent support groups, and adhering to documentation standards. The ideal candidate will have experience in supporting young people's mental health and facilitating positive interventions.