Job summary Compass is thrilled to announce our partnership in Birmingham to launch further Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in schools. We are on a mission to uplift the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people across the city, this time in West/North Birmingham (Handsworth, Lozells, Aston, Ladywood, Erdington). If youre passionate about making a difference and delivering impactful, evidence-based early interventions, we want to hear from you Compass Birmingham MHST is at the forefront of early intervention in mental health and emotional wellbeing for children and young people. Our innovative service provides evidence-based support for those facing mild to moderate mental health challenges, empowering them to thrive As a School Practitioner in our dynamic MHST, youll play a vital role in shaping our services, collaborating with schools, families, and communities. This is your chance to advance your career in mental health support while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Youll work with a dedicated team to enhance our MHST initiatives, fostering strong partnerships and driving the implementation of effective mental health services aligned with the national framework. Plus, we offer exciting opportunities for further training, including a Post Graduate Certificate in clinical supervision. Main duties of the job Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health professional ready to make a difference? Were seeking someone with a core professional qualification (e.g., EMHP, PMHW, or equivalent) and a commitment to continuous professional development. Your experience in therapeutic work with children and young people (at least 2 years) is essential, along with a strong background in risk assessment, clinical supervision, and engaging families. You are a natural leader, skilled in delegating tasks and supporting your team. Your experience in managing changing priorities and organising team duties will help you thrive in the role. With excellent communication skills, you can relate to children and young people, ensuring they feel understood and valued. A flexible and solution-focused approach is key, as is a commitment to evidence-based practice and data collection. Your IT proficiency will support your work in this innovative setting, and your strong personal values will guide your interactions. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, emphasising diversity and inclusivity in our workforce. Youll need a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle, as youll be working in various communities and educational settings. About us We celebrate diversity and wholeheartedly encourage applications from everyone; regardless of gender, gender identity, race, faith, disability, age, or sexual orientation. Your unique life experiences and perspectives can enrich our team and enhance our service. At Compass, we are dedicated to building a truly inclusive workforce that reflects the vibrant communities we serve. Were here to support you through the recruitment process and beyond, happily discussing any reasonable adjustments you may need to thrive in your role. Join us in transforming mental health support for the next generation Benefits We offer a range of benefits including: 27 days holiday bank holidays, rising to 32 days over time Life assurance at 2 x basic salary Competitive contributory pension scheme Family-friendly policies 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and OH service Enhanced sick pay Excellent learning & development opportunities and career progression Annual performance / salary review If you would like more information or to discuss the role further please contact Sue Berry - sue.berrycompass-uk.org or Arjan Bains on arjan.bainscompass-uk.org. Date posted 22 October 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £37,092 to £45,347 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 479 Job locations Birmingham Birmingham B23 6AA Job description Job responsibilities Compass is thrilled to announce our partnership in Birmingham to launch further Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in schools. We are on a mission to uplift the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people across the city, this time in West/North Birmingham (Handsworth, Lozells, Aston, Ladywood, Erdington). If youre passionate about making a difference and delivering impactful, evidence-based early interventions, we want to hear from you Compass Birmingham MHST is at the forefront of early intervention in mental health and emotional wellbeing for children and young people. Our innovative service provides evidence-based support for those facing mild to moderate mental health challenges, empowering them to thrive As a School Practitioner in our dynamic MHST, youll play a vital role in shaping our services, collaborating with schools, families, and communities. This is your chance to advance your career in mental health support while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Youll work with a dedicated team to enhance our MHST initiatives, fostering strong partnerships and driving the implementation of effective mental health services aligned with the national framework. Plus, we offer exciting opportunities for further training, including a Post Graduate Certificate in clinical supervision. Job description Job responsibilities Compass is thrilled to announce our partnership in Birmingham to launch further Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) in schools. We are on a mission to uplift the emotional health and wellbeing of children and young people across the city, this time in West/North Birmingham (Handsworth, Lozells, Aston, Ladywood, Erdington). If youre passionate about making a difference and delivering impactful, evidence-based early interventions, we want to hear from you Compass Birmingham MHST is at the forefront of early intervention in mental health and emotional wellbeing for children and young people. Our innovative service provides evidence-based support for those facing mild to moderate mental health challenges, empowering them to thrive As a School Practitioner in our dynamic MHST, youll play a vital role in shaping our services, collaborating with schools, families, and communities. This is your chance to advance your career in mental health support while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people. Youll work with a dedicated team to enhance our MHST initiatives, fostering strong partnerships and driving the implementation of effective mental health services aligned with the national framework. Plus, we offer exciting opportunities for further training, including a Post Graduate Certificate in clinical supervision. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Core professional and/or clinical qualification e.g. EMHP, PMHW, Senior EMHP nursing with specialism in mental health or learning disability nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work. Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Management / supervision training Post Graduate qualification in a relevant discipline. Mentorship qualification Experience Essential 2 years working therapeutically with children and young people. Evidence of clinical development in practice. Experience of effective engagement with families and carers. Risk assessment and management in the delivery of clinical services (including safeguarding). Desirable Experience of delivering CBT informed supervision Experience of line management and/or delivery of clinical supervision Experience of inducting staff members to the area with confidence. Experience of working in a community and/or educational environment. Experience of organising team duties. Additional Criteria Essential Leadership and the ability to delegate and support staff. Planning workload, time management. Ability to manage changing priorities. Understand need for evidence and data collection, and achieving targets. IT skills. Team player and a dynamic personality. Excellent communication skills and able to relate to children and young people. Positive attitude; flexible and adaptable; solution focused; and tenacious. Has a strong degree of personal integrity. Able to work all year round and flexibly as part of a team to best meet business need. Possession of full UK driving licence and access to vehicle. Ongoing commitment to maintain professional registration requirements. Desirable Ability to analyse, evaluate and rationalise data and enable progressive models of delivery and intervention. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Core professional and/or clinical qualification e.g. EMHP, PMHW, Senior EMHP nursing with specialism in mental health or learning disability nursing, Occupational Therapy, Social Work. Evidence of continued professional development Desirable Management / supervision training Post Graduate qualification in a relevant discipline. Mentorship qualification Experience Essential 2 years working therapeutically with children and young people. Evidence of clinical development in practice. Experience of effective engagement with families and carers. Risk assessment and management in the delivery of clinical services (including safeguarding). Desirable Experience of delivering CBT informed supervision Experience of line management and/or delivery of clinical supervision Experience of inducting staff members to the area with confidence. Experience of working in a community and/or educational environment. Experience of organising team duties. Additional Criteria Essential Leadership and the ability to delegate and support staff. Planning workload, time management. Ability to manage changing priorities. Understand need for evidence and data collection, and achieving targets. IT skills. Team player and a dynamic personality. Excellent communication skills and able to relate to children and young people. Positive attitude; flexible and adaptable; solution focused; and tenacious. Has a strong degree of personal integrity. Able to work all year round and flexibly as part of a team to best meet business need. Possession of full UK driving licence and access to vehicle. Ongoing commitment to maintain professional registration requirements. Desirable Ability to analyse, evaluate and rationalise data and enable progressive models of delivery and intervention. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Compass Address Birmingham Birmingham B23 6AA Employer's website https://www.compass-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)