We are looking for aSenior Mental Health Youth Workerto lead our innovative service based atKing’s College Hospital, London. This role is part of an exciting pilot project supporting young people aged 11-18 who present at A&E due to mental health challenges, including self-harm.
In this role, you will:
* Lead the delivery of trauma-informed and tailored care plans for young people.
* Manage and support a Mental Health Youth Worker, providing supervision and guidance.
* Build strong partnerships within the hospital and with local community organisations.
* Hold a caseload of young people, working with them both in the hospital and in the community post-discharge.
* Lead team meetings, contribute to staff training, and oversee monitoring and evaluation activities to measure the programme’s impact.
You’ll work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, helping young people navigate complex challenges and access the care they need to thrive.
Qualifications
Essential:
* Degree-level qualification in social work, youth work, or a related field.
* Deep understanding of safeguarding, mental health systems, and the needs of vulnerable young people.
* Significant experience in supporting young people in health and well-being contexts, particularly those facing mental health challenges.
* Leadership experience, including managing teams and delivering projects.
Desirable:
* Knowledge of solution-focused therapy and psycho-education tools.
* Experience working in London boroughs or similar diverse settings.
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