Overview
Are you experienced in working with young people (aged 11–18) and have a passion for mental health and wellbeing? Dorset Mind is looking for a Local Champion in West Dorset or the surrounding area to co-ordinate and run our CYP Community Active Monitoring Programme for young people.
The successful candidate will work with Children and Young People aged 11 to 18, delivering a range of prevention and early intervention activities based around mental health and wellbeing. This community-based role will involve managing a caseload of young people in a 1:1 guided self-help setting, both face to face and online. You will work with schools and family hubs and liaise with local statutory services.
An enhanced DBS check is required for this role, and a full driving licence with access to a car is essential, as you will be travelling to and from West Dorset at least twice a week.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate and run the CYP Community Active Monitoring Programme for young people aged 11–18.
* Deliver a range of prevention and early intervention activities focused on mental health and wellbeing.
* Manage a caseload of young people in a 1:1 guided self-help setting (face to face and online).
* Collaborate with schools, family hubs and local statutory services.
* Travel within West Dorset for role duties.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Experience working with young people (11–18) and a passion for mental health and wellbeing.
* Enhanced DBS check.
* Full driving licence and access to a car (essential).
* Ability to travel to West Dorset and surrounding areas (at least twice a week).
About Us
We are Dorset Mind. We aim to create a community where living with and talking about mental health becomes acceptable for everyone. Dorset Mind is one of over 100 Local Minds that provide essential mental health services in local communities across England and Wales.
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