Job summary
Due to a recent promotion and
growth within the Wellbeing & Emotional Support Teams (WEST), South
Worcestershire, Redditch & Bromsgrove and Wyre Forest teams we are now seeking qualified Education Mental Health Practitioners
to join our fantastic localities.
The WEST team are a forward
thinking, supportive & hardworking team that is continuously developing as
individuals and a service. We provide high quality, evidence-based CBT interventions
to Children & Young People in Schools and focus on a Whole School Approach
to make the schools we work with a mentally healthy environment for CYP.
We will provide you with
resources to develop & progress should this be something you wish to do, as
well as flexibility and a wealth of support, making the WEST environment a great
place to work. If you would like to discuss this role further, please get in
touch with the Recruiting Manager.
This post has been deemed by the Trust as eligible for
relocation expenses for suitable successful candidate(s).
There are full and part time vacancies available.
The workbase will be confirmed at interview.
Main duties of the job
We are a busy service,
covering schools and higher education
colleges in Worcestershire . You will be delivering low intensity CBT
interventions (1:1 or group) in your aligned schools as well as delivering
Whole School Approach activities, keeping the CYP at the heart of everything
you do.
Under the support of
operational lead, clinical lead & senior practitioners you will manage a
caseload of patients and complete assessments, care plans & other relevant
documentation whilst maintaining the fidelity of the low intensity CBT model.
An understanding of
risk management & safeguarding is imperative for this role, and you will be
supported with managing this within the team.
You will also receive
regular case management & clinical skills supervision to support you
clinically as well as participate in MDT/screening meetings.
You will work closely
with families, school staff & other professions and at times deliver
consultations & signposting advice to other agencies. Thus, strong
interpersonal skills are key.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.
What we offer;
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27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to
33 days with long service
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Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work
unsocial hours
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Flexible and agile working opportunities
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Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
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Wide range of supportive staff networks
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Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our
website.
We encourage you to read the attached applicant guidance notes.
Sharing
your data - As a data controller we may sometimes need to process your data to
pursue our legitimate business interests, for example to request a survey from
you (optional), to support the Trusts understanding of where you gained
interest in working for the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain
the highest standards.
You will work in partnership with Educational Settings &
Partners to improve the outcomes for CYP 5-18 years of age.
You will provide a high- quality service to CYP, families
and school staff and will have regular communication with all.
You will promote knowledge of mental health & the
prevention of mental health with children and members of the public.
You will be an active member of the team and support with
service development as well as engage in service meetings.
You will act as a role model to colleagues and always seek to
maintain the highest standards.
You will use your initiative and take responsibility for the
quality of your work and the service you provide to patients.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to
the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Act as a role model to colleagues, always seeking to maintain
the highest standards.
You will work in partnership with Educational Settings &
Partners to improve the outcomes for CYP 5-18 years of age.
You will provide a high- quality service to CYP, families
and school staff and will have regular communication with all.
You will promote knowledge of mental health & the
prevention of mental health with children and members of the public.
You will be an active member of the team and support with
service development as well as engage in service meetings.
You will act as a role model to colleagues and always seek to
maintain the highest standards.
You will use your initiative and take responsibility for the
quality of your work and the service you provide to patients.
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to
the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of health services
- Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services
- Knowledge of safeguarding & risk issues
- Knowledge of capacity and consent including Gillick competence
- Experience in the delivery of evidence-based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
- Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Basic IT competency
- Able to drive with a full driving licence and have access to vehicle to meet the travel requirements
Qualifications
Essential
- Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr Education Mental Health Practitioner course
- Current registration with relevant professional body (BPS/ BABCP)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, substance misuse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others.
- Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
- Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties
- Experience of working with anxiety disorders
- Experience of working with affective (mood) disorders
- Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution focused brief therapy)
Desirable
- 12-month minimum post registration experience in child health or mental health care.
- Experience of working with children and families is an educational setting.
- Working in a Multi-disciplinary team.
- Working within a community/public health team
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
- Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of health services
- Working knowledge of mental health issues in CAMH Services
- Knowledge of safeguarding & risk issues
- Knowledge of capacity and consent including Gillick competence
- Experience in the delivery of evidence-based and CBT interventions for children and adolescents.
- Good knowledge of recognised disorders and illnesses in the field of mental health
Desirable
- Knowledge of the Mental Health Act
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
- Basic IT competency
- Able to drive with a full driving licence and have access to vehicle to meet the travel requirements
Qualifications
Essential
- Successful completion of the HEE commissioned 1yr Education Mental Health Practitioner course
- Current registration with relevant professional body (BPS/ BABCP)
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer.
Desirable
- Specific qualification in a relevant therapeutic speciality e.g. counselling, Family Therapy, CBT, substance misuse
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people, their families and others.
- Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders
- Experience of working with children and young people who have social, emotional and/or behavioural difficulties
- Experience of working with anxiety disorders
- Experience of working with affective (mood) disorders
- Experience of the delivery of specific therapeutic interventions to children, young people or their families (e.g. CBT, solution focused brief therapy)
Desirable
- 12-month minimum post registration experience in child health or mental health care.
- Experience of working with children and families is an educational setting.
- Working in a Multi-disciplinary team.
- Working within a community/public health team
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Awareness of personal strengths and limitations
- Able to travel to meet the commitments of the post
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
