Due to a promotion within the Redditch & Bromsgrove Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams (WEST)team we are now seeking a qualified EMHP/CWP/Wellbeing practitioner to join our fantastic team.
The WEST team are a forward thinking, supportive & hardworking team that is continuously developing as individuals and a service. We provide high quality, evidence-based CBT interventions to Children & Young People in Schools and focus on a Whole School Approach to make the schools we work with a mentally healthy environment for CYP.
We will provide you with resources to develop & progress should this be something you wish to do, as well as flexibility and a wealth of support, making the WEST environment a great place to work. If you would like to discuss this role further, please get in touch with the Recruiting Manager.
Main duties of the job
We are a busy team, but supportive team in covering schools in the Redditch & Bromsgrove areas. You will be delivering low intensity CBT interventions (1:1 or group) in your aligned schools as well as delivering Whole School Approach activities, keeping the CYP at the heart of everything you do.
Under the support of operational lead, clinical lead & senior practitioners you will manage a caseload of patients and complete assessments, care plans & other relevant documentation whilst maintaining the fidelity of the low intensity CBT model.
An understanding of risk management & safeguarding is imperative for this role, and you will be supported with managing this within the team.
You will also receive regular case management & clinical skills supervision to support you clinically as well as participate in MDT/screening meetings.
You will work closely with families, school staff & other professions and at times deliver consultations & signposting advice to other agencies. Thus, strong interpersonal skills are key.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will work in partnership with Educational Settings & Partners to improve the outcomes for CYP 5-18 years of age.
You will provide a high- quality service to CYP, families and school staff and will have regular communication with all.
You will promote knowledge of mental health & the prevention of mental health with children and members of the general public.
You will be an active member of the team and support with service development as well as engage in service meetings.
You will act as a role model to colleagues and always seek to maintain the highest standards.
You will use your initiative and take responsibility for the quality of your work and the service you provide to patients.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
* Working knowledge of health services
* Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services
* Knowledge of safeguarding & risk issues
* Knowledge of capacity and consent including Gillick competence
* Experience in the delivery of evidence-based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
* Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health
Desirable
* Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Qualifications
Essential
* Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1 year Education Mental Health Practitioner Course
* Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker
* I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
* Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, substance misuse
Experience
Essential
* Experience of working with children and young people, their families, and others
* Post Registration experience in emotional and wellbeing assessment and care
* Experience of working and liaising with wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
* Use of therapeutic interventions within mental health settings i.e. 1:1, counselling, family therapy and group work. Providing consultation
Desirable
* 12-month minimum post registration experience in child health or mental health care.
* Working with children and young people.
* Experience of working with children and families is an educational setting.
* Working in a Multi-disciplinary team.
* Working within a community/public health team
Skills & Abilities
Essential
* Ability to challenge poor behaviour
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
* Basic IT competency
Additional Criteria
Essential
* Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
* Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Redditch Town Hall
Walter Stranz Square
Redditch
B98 8AH
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