Youth Mental Health Support
Are you looking for an opportunity that will allow you to make a difference? Are you looking for a role that will help set you up with amazing experience?
A fantastic role has recently become available in a highly regarded specialist school in Bristol – BS13
This highly regarded school in Bristol look after children who have been diagnosed with Autism and co-existing learning barriers.
The school need a youth mental health support worker to come in and support their students in their day to day activities, as well as ensuring that the classroom is an engaging environment where learning can take place!
The students that attend this school are between the ages of 4 and 19. Each child has a personalised educational and health care plan and individual intervention plans designed to help them thrive. As a youth mental health worker, you will be part of ensuring that they are able to complete their academic work while also helping them navigate through their emotions. You will also play a part in helping them learn functional life skills, helping them be as independent as possible.
What you can expect as a Youth Mental Health Worker:
* Deliver specific interventions that have been designed with the student, their needs and goals in mind
* De-escalate any meltdowns and behaviour that may occur
* Help the children work through their big emotions
* Create a safe and engaging learning environment
Qualities you need to be a successful Youth Mental Health Worker:
* Caring
* Enthusiastic
* Positive
* Determined to make a difference
* Proactive
* Understand the importance of safeguarding
People who would benefit largely from this role would be psychology graduates a well as those with a background in sport, art, drama or music.
If you do not come from these backgrounds but just want to make a difference and get involved, then apply now!
Key information:
* Youth Mental Health Worker
* Bristol
* ASAP Start
* £90 - £120 per day DOE
* Good transport links
* Supportive staff
If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, please apply now! You can apply directly to this advert or for further information contact Academics LTD Bristol office and speak to Janine Robinson
Please note: Academics are a leading education recruitment agency operating across England and Wales. All successful candidates will be subject to a full DBS check, and relevant references will be required. Academics is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Youth Mental Health Assistant – Bristol – ASAP Start – Term Time
