Child and Family Mental Health Worker (CYP - EIP)
Part‑time Band 5 role supporting the Children and Young Peoples Early Intervention in Psychosis Team in Wokingham.
Main duties of the job
* Provide interventions and support for young people experiencing Psychotic symptoms or an ARMS in line with NICE guidance.
* Risk assess complex cases alongside the MDT.
* Offer support, advice and psycho‑education to parents/carers of the young people.
* Engage with the young person to ensure they are heard, validated and their needs are understood.
* Liaise with multi‑agency partners to ensure the young person’s needs are communicated and services are coordinated.
* Work closely with wider CAMH services in Berkshire, local authority, education colleagues and other agencies as required.
* Receive guidance and supervision from senior clinicians in the team.
* Provide intensive outreach support to young people and their families across Berkshire.
Job responsibilities
* Degree or HNC/HND or equivalent in a relevant subject with extensive experience or short courses to degree‑equivalent level.
* Previous experience of working directly with young people, families and multi‑agencies.
* Personal resilience, good listening skills and empathy.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications / Training
* Degree or MSc in a relevant subject (e.g., Social Work, OT, Mental Health, Child Development, Youth Work).
* HNC/HND or equivalent with extensive experience or short courses to degree‑equivalent level.
Continuous Professional Development
* Commitment to ongoing professional development.
* Evidence of relevant training.
Previous Experience
* Direct work with children, young people, families and multi‑agencies.
* Significant experience in a mental health or social care setting with children and families.
* Experience undertaking needs assessments.
* Experience working with people in their homes and the community.
* Risk management experience with vulnerable individuals in high‑distress community settings.
* Co‑ordination of multi‑agency services to meet holistic needs of young people.
* Specialist skills with vulnerable groups (offending, substance misuse, refugees).
* Group psycho‑education for parents about child mental health and parenting.
* Experience supporting young people identified for CMS Tier 3 or 4 interventions, including self‑harm and suicidality.
* Consultation and guidance on systemic issues and attachment theory for professional teams.
* Experience within an NHS CAMHS setting, liaising with qualified staff and supporting therapeutic delivery.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Listening, advocacy and empathy; ability to lead others.
* Personal resilience and capacity to work under pressure in a crisis service.
* Good IT skills and experience recording client information.
* Motivation to learn and collaborate within a team.
* Understanding of attachment theories and their clinical application to family work.
* Knowledge of evidence‑based psychological interventions (CBT, family, systemic, person‑centred approaches).
* Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, including with barriers to understanding.
* Understanding of financial benefits for families (Carer Allowance, DLA, carer support, respite, local groups, housing, employment, education, mental health treatments).
* Knowledge of NHS Trust and Social Services procedures, Health Authority structure, and charitable/voluntary organisations.
Additional Requirements
* Flexible working availability.
* Willingness to travel to multiple sites across the Trust.
* Clean driving licence and access to a personal vehicle.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
Subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 – a DCS check will be required.
£33,677 to £40,996 per annum, pro‑rata (incl. HCAS).
We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point‑by‑point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Reasonable adjustments will be provided as needed.
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