Children and Young People's Mental Health Practitioner

1 day ago


Ware, United Kingdom Striving for Potential, Achievement and Resilience in Kids Full time

Company Description

Striving for Potential, Achievement and Resilience in Kids (SPARK) was founded to provide timely support for young people and families, offering a broad approach to meet their needs. The organization focuses on improving the mental well-being of children, teenagers, young adults, and their caregivers through an integrative approach.


Role Description

This is a contract hybrid role for a Children and Young People's Mental Health Practitioner at SPARK. The role involves providing day-to-day support and intervention for the mental well-being of children, teenagers, and young adults. While the role is primarily located in Ware, there is flexibility for some remote work, and there may be a request to travel around the area and be based in schools in the future.


Essential Criteria

  • Based in the UK and ideally in or near the East Hertfordshire area
  • Certifications in relevant mental health interventions
  • Experience of working with children and young people with mental health difficulties.
  • Knowledge of child development, mental health disorders, and evidence-based interventions for CYP.
  • An Enhanced DBS that covers Adult and Child workforce (or a willingness to get one).


Desirable Criteria

  • Professional qualification in a relevant mental health discipline (e.g., mental health nursing, social work, occupational therapy, psychology, coaching, counselling).
  • Ability to conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and develop effective care plans.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and engagement skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation, policies, and procedures related to CYP mental health and safeguarding.
  • A full driver's licence and access to a car.


Contract Type

The person(s) appointed will be done so on a freelance basis. You will be responsible for ensuring you pay your own


Compensation

The compensation for this role is competitive and is expected to be around £150 per day.



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