Youth Emotional Support Specialist

2 months ago

Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom The Children's Society Full time

Position: Emotional Health & Wellbeing Practitioner

This is a permanent role with a focus on supporting young individuals facing emotional and mental health challenges.

Compensation: £29,855.00 per annum/pro rata

Multiple positions are available, with flexible working hours ranging from full-time (37 hours per week) to part-time. Please specify your preference in your application.

Benefits: Enjoy 28 days of annual leave (plus Bank holidays), family-friendly policies, a cycle-to-work scheme, a pension plan with employee contributions of up to 8%, death in service benefits, a discounted health scheme, and access to a free confidential counselling service.

About the Role: This position is part of our initiative aimed at enhancing emotional wellbeing for young people. The service provides a supportive environment where young individuals can take time for themselves and receive guidance.

Our operational hours are designed to meet community needs, which may include evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. These will be arranged in advance to ensure flexibility.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide support to children, young people, and young adults within our Emotional Health & Wellbeing services.
  • Deliver low-intensity support within a brief intervention framework.
  • Facilitate drop-in sessions for young people to discuss their challenges with trained staff.
  • Establish rapport quickly to identify risks and facilitate further support.
  • Offer structured one-on-one sessions when appropriate.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Passionate about working with young people and understanding mental health.
  • Skilled in developing therapeutic relationships with children, young people, and their families.
  • Experienced in environments addressing emotional, behavioral, and mental health issues.
  • Background in healthcare, education, youth work, or social work.
  • Able to provide direct, person-centered therapeutic support.
  • Competent in improving the wellbeing of children and young people in crisis situations.
  • Knowledgeable about contemporary mental and emotional health challenges faced by young people and effective interventions.

Given the dynamic nature of this role and the requirement for clinical record-keeping, a good level of IT proficiency is essential.

About The Children's Society: We have been dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people for over 140 years. Our local services assist those in need, advocating for changes in laws and policies to enhance the lives of children.

We welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities.

Safeguarding Commitment: The Children's Society is committed to safeguarding the children and young people we serve. All positions are subject to a rigorous recruitment process, including criminal record disclosures and vetting checks.

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