This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a pilot service delivering our Mind and Body programme to young people across North Somerset. Mind and Body is our evidence-based emotional and wellbeing programme supporting young people who are either, or are vulnerable to, self-harming behaviours.
Main duties of the job
As our Advanced Practitioner, you will deliver continuity of care through effective partnership working and lead the day-to-day operation of services by providing appropriate evidence-based treatment interventions. You will develop and disseminate emotional and mental wellbeing information, advice, and health & social wellbeing support in both group and one-to-one settings, including screening for emotional wellbeing.
About us
WithYou provides free and confidential support, without judgement, to over 100,000 people annually experiencing challenges with drugs, alcohol, and mental health across England and Scotland. Our name reflects our identity - a positive space where people can progress, connect, and receive friendly, expert help tailored to their needs. Our staff team changes lives, and if you're passionate about helping people access support for issues with drugs, alcohol, and mental health, we'd love to hear from you.
Job responsibilities
All applicants must submit a CV and a cover letter explaining why they should be considered for this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be accepted. The closing date for applications is 25th August 2025; however, early applications are encouraged as the role may close early if sufficient applications are received.
About the Role: Are you passionate about the wellbeing of young people? Do you have a genuine desire to support them in reaching their goals, exploring their values, and understanding their identity? Do you have demonstrable experience supporting young people to challenge their perceptions of wellbeing and improve their mental health and wellness? If so, we would love to hear from you about how you can support the impactful work we do at WithYou.
Please note that we do not have a sponsorship license and cannot sponsor visas. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract. The position is fixed-term until September 2026, primarily home-based with travel across North Somerset. Interviews are scheduled for early September 2025.
We are committed to building an inclusive culture that values diverse voices and experiences. We encourage applications from underrepresented communities and backgrounds, including those with lived experience, disabilities, racialized communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people of all ages, and armed forces veterans.
Benefits
* 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* An additional day off for your birthday or a special occasion
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
* Two days of paid volunteer leave annually
* Auto-enrollment into our pension scheme
* Access to a Blue Light Card for savings on high-street and online brands
* Flexible working options and wellbeing resources
* Refer a Friend scheme offering a £500 bonus for successful referrals
Person Specification
Qualifications
* OCN/NVQ level 3 or equivalent, or willing to achieve within 12 months
Experience
* Experienced in youth work, mental health, or social work with additional knowledge of mental health issues affecting young people
* Understanding of health and safety, including risk assessment in high-risk situations
* Highly organized with proven IT skills
* Proactive, enthusiastic, with excellent communication skills
* Proven experience working with young people with complex needs
* Ability to engage effectively with young people
* Capability to work independently
* Experience in one-to-one and group work with young people
* Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
* Up-to-date knowledge of child and adolescent development, mental wellbeing, and self-harming behaviours
* Experience in effective partnership working with other agencies
* Ability to conduct comprehensive assessments, manage risks, develop care plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions
* Willingness to visit different locations; use of a car for work purposes is required
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role is subject to a DBS check, and applicants must meet the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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