Child Mental Health Specialist

4 days ago


Sunderland, Sunderland, United Kingdom Shire Healthcare Full time
Role Overview:

Shire Healthcare is collaborating with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education to recruit for a registered Psychological Therapist. This position will be based in Sunderland.

About the Employer:

This employer is an independent, leading provider of specialist care and education. They work with children and young people in either an educational and/or residential setting who present complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, autism, ADHD, and special educational needs.

Job Description:

The appointed candidate will join a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) and conduct clinical assessments. They will provide specialist and evidence-based psychological interventions in either a 1:1 or group setting to pupils and residents aged 5-19 years old. This role will be based across specialist schools, children's homes, and integrated provisions. The specific role is based within a school that is Ofsted-rated as an Outstanding Provider.

Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct clinical assessments
* Provide specialist and evidence-based psychological interventions in 1:1 or group settings
* Work across specialist schools, children's homes, and integrated provisions

Requirements:

Candidates applying must be fully qualified Psychological Therapists with accreditation/registration with the relevant governing body, such as BACP or HCPC. Previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs like ASD, autism, neuro-trauma is required.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As experienced permanent recruiters to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies. We can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

You will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 19 years of experience, 13 years of which recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies. She offers specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry. Lena can provide support and advice with CV writing, bespoke interview preparation, and tips along with sound knowledge of the employer, the role, and their ethos.

Benefits:

* Company pension
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Life insurance
* Private medical insurance
* Referral programme
* Store discount
* UK visa sponsorship

Work Arrangements:

* Full-time
* Part-time applicants will be considered
* 9-12 month Fixed-Term Contract
* £36,500 - £44,100 per year

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