Overview
We are looking for a Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist, ideally with recent experience working with children and young people with mental health difficulties or experience in working within Mental Health. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivating, have the ability to case manage and will display excellent interpersonal and communication skills in order to establish good working relationships essential to the success of the service. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within Child and Young Peoples Mental Health Service (CYPMH). The role involves delivering high quality service provision that promotes and improves the mental health and well-being of children and young people, their families and carers. Working within a systemic and holistic framework you will undertake needs-led, evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions to children and young people, their families and carers, including young people needing support due to deliberate self-harm. You will be supported by senior members of the team in this role.
Responsibilities
* Work within the THRIVE model of prevention and promotion of positive emotional health and well-being in addition to acute mental health intervention. This role will mainly work with children and young people in the "Getting Help" domains of the model.
* Develop good working relationships with children, young people and their families to promote collaborative working partnerships with children, young people, their families and other professionals.
* Undertake the role of Case Manager and manage a defined caseload of children and young people with emotional and mental health needs.
* Demonstrate a detailed understanding of the Mental Health Act, the Children Act, Gillick Competency, Human Rights Act, Mental Capacity Act and any other legislation relevant to the role.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist with relevant registration.
* Experience working with children and young people with mental health difficulties or experience in working within mental health settings.
* Ability to case manage a caseload and establish excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build effective relationships with service users and professionals.
* Ability to undertake needs-led, evidence-based assessments and therapeutic interventions within a systemic and holistic framework.
* Awareness of safeguarding policies and DBS requirements where applicable.
Additional Information
We welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services. LSCFT supports flexible working and recognises a positive work/life balance. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.
About the Organisation
Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) delivers a comprehensive range of services, including primary and secondary mental health care for children and adults, specialist inpatient child and adolescent mental health provision, perinatal mental health, and forensic services with low and medium secure care, specialist mental health inpatient care for individuals with learning disabilities, extensive community physical health and well-being services, and support for learning disabilities and autism. The Trust employs approximately 7,500 staff across more than 400 sites. For more information visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.
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