Youth Wellbeing Practitioner: Community & Home Visits

Aspire Recruitment; Oldham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to support young people aged 16-19 (up to 25 with EHCP) across Oldham in the community and via home visits. You will deliver one-to-one and small group wellbeing support, using therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification, experience with therapeutic settings, strong planning and communication skills, and a willingness to travel locally.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Mental Health, Health & Social Care or Psychology.
• Experience supporting young people and families in a therapeutic or wellbeing setting.
• Strong assessment, planning and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and trauma-informed approaches.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel across the local area.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.
• Access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one and small group wellbeing support to young people.
• Use creative and therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.
• Assess needs and develop personalised support plans.
• Work collaboratively with families, schools and external agencies.
• Encourage engagement with services that support progression into education, employment or training.
• Maintain accurate records and safeguarding best practice.

Skills

Assessment skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Aspire Recruitment is seeking a Wellbeing Practitioner to support young people aged 16-19 (up to 25 with EHCP) across Oldham in the community and via home visits. You will deliver one-to-one and small group wellbeing support, using therapeutic approaches to improve mental health and resilience.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification, experience with therapeutic settings, strong planning and communication skills, and a willingness to travel locally.