We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000
The relocation package is for anyone who would need to relocate in order to take up employment with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership. Terms and conditions apply please see attached document.
If this applies to you, please state this on your application so we can discuss this with you if you are invited to interview.
Job Overview
Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? We are seeking a dedicated Mental Health Practitioner to join our Mental Health Support Team in Cheshire East. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting the Whole School Approach and fostering a positive mental health culture within educational settings.
The Mental Health Support Teams are part of an exciting project funded by NHS England with the aim of improving the mental health and well being of children and young people. There is a specific focus on developing more access to helping and improving emotional support within all primary and secondary schools. Working alongside community partners, the Mental Health Support Teams will be part of the CYP Access function.
What We Offer:
* A supportive and dynamic work environment
* Opportunities for professional development
* The chance to make a real impact on young people's lives
* Hybrid working
If you are committed to improving mental health in schools and have the skills to support our mission, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and be a part of our transformative team!
Main Duties of the Job
* Support the delivery of all interventions provided by Emotional & Mental Health Practitioners
* Supervising Practitioners
* Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies
* Support the development, implementation and evaluation of mental health strategies and programmes
* Support training sessions to staff in schools and other children's service practitioners
* Promote mental well-being
* Support the Clinical Co-ordinator and Clinical Leads in delivering a high quality, evidence based service to children, young people and families
* Liaise with colleagues within the wider CYPMH Service
About Us
CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care - including the provision of three GP surgeries.
Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do. We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
We offer a variety of roles at all levels, so whether you are just starting out in your career or looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, CWP is the right employer for you.
CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone. We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters. This programme welcomes you to CWP and provides you with information and training to support you in your role.
We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.
Job Description
Job Responsibilities
Please download a copy of the job description for full details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values.
CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trust's Values and Behaviours in their everyday life. Therefore, if you are invited to interview, you will be undertaking a Values Based Interview/Assessment, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.
Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trust's Values and Behaviours which are the 6 Cs Communication, Competence, Courage, Care, Compassion and Commitment. The supporting information section in your application should therefore reflect your understanding of the Trust's Values and associated behaviours. You will be expected to provide us with examples from work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviour.
An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website here. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or by calling 01244 393100.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
Employer Details
Employer Name: Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address:
Catherine House
Eaton Street
Crewe
CW2 7EG
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