Mental Health Practitioner
Service Care Solutions are recruiting a Core Qualified Mental Health Practitioner to work within an Early Intervention Team in Derbyshire.Service Care Solutions are recruiting a Core Qualified Mental Health Practitioner to work within an Early Intervention Team in Derbyshire.
The service is a locality-led, integrated team providing effective, evidence-based mental health and emotional wellbeing support for children and young people CYP, delivering timely services in education settings and communities.As part of a multi-disciplinary team, the Mental Health Practitioner will deliver therapeutic interventions, offer supervision, and consult with professionals and educators in a defined locality. You’ll work with CYP facing mild to moderate mental health challenges, providing assessments, interventions, and support for self-management.
Contract: PermanentHours: Monday-Friday 37.5
Salary: £31,031 - £38,031 depending on experience and qualifications.
This role is ideal for experienced professionals with a passion for improving the mental wellbeing of children and families. You’ll contribute to a supportive, multi-disciplinary team focused on improving access to mental health services across Derby and Derbyshire.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide therapeutic support and evidence-based interventions for children and young people.Assess, plan, and implement care for children and families in educational and community settings.
Supervise and consult with team members and professionals.
Qualifications & Experience:
Core professional qualification Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker, Education Mental Health Practitioner with relevant registration.Experience working with children and young people on mental health and emotional wellbeing issues.
Skilled in delivering interventions for anxiety, low mood, and self-management.
Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills.
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