Children's Wellbeing Practitioner Trained

The postholder is responsible for supporting the emotional, psychological and social wellbeing of children and young people with a drive for early intervention, enabling cultural change in the way first contact services can support children and young people with mental health problems. In line with 2015 Future in Mind strategic vision for CAMHS the post holder will actively promote resilience, prevention and early intervention to children and young people in the community. The post holder will work with the CAMHS Liaison Practitioners to support children and young people where there is concern about emerging mental health issues or behaviours. The post holder will support the consultation process to the network or directly to the child, young person and their family. The post holder will be have an identified role as directed by the liaison practitioner, in further assessment, targeted intervention or group work that would meet the needs of the child or young person. The post holder will deliver training to community services and schools.