Job summary
37.5 hours per week. This is an exciting
new opportunity for a full time band 3 support worker to join an expanding
team working within CAMHS Neurodiversity Pathway working with Children, Young
people and families. You will join an established pathway
within CAMHS service supporting provision of early intervention services within
the community the aim is to support both the Child Development Centre and Child
and Adolescent Mental Health Children, Young people and families post diagnostically.
You would be part of
a pathway that is delivering early intervention services to Children and Young People (CYP) and their
families in their community. The core function of the pathway will be to provide
Family, child and young person focused support, Structure group work-themed,
Drop-ins, Child-led Play, Sensory support and Sleep support. You will also support covering a telephone advisory line- Morning and afternoon (initially 1.5 hrs, with possible expansion/reduction).
Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route, please refer to the Direct Gov website for more information with regards to eligibility.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
All Livewell staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Neurodiversity pathway to work with children and
young people and families post diagnostically on discharge from the Child Development Centre or the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
To support the delivery of evidence-based support in a timely manner
The core function of the pathway will be to provide Family, child and young person focused support, Structure group work-themed, drop ins, Child led Play, Sensory support and Sleep support. They will also support with covering a Telephone advisory line- Morning and afternoon 1.5 hrs to start could be expanded or reduced.
To support the delivery of evidence-based parenting programmes for children and young people.
Ensure planned interventions are implemented effectively and evaluated using Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROMS)
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values, kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as
part of the Neurodiversity pathway to work with children and
young people and
families post diagnostically on discharge from the Child Development Centre or
the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
To support the delivery of evidence-based
support in a timely manner
The core function of the pathway
will be to provide Family, child and young person focused support, Structure
group work-themed, drop ins, Child led Play, Sensory support and Sleep support.
They will also support with covering a Telephone advisory line- Morning and
afternoon 1.5 hrs to start could be expanded or reduced.
To support the delivery of evidence-based
parenting programmes for children and young people.
Ensure planned interventions are implemented
effectively and evaluated using Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROMS)
Maintain standards of care to highest
level within available resources.
To actively participate in line
management with senior and junior members of staff.
To liaise effectively with the other key
stake holders across the city.
To develop and maintain relationships
with providers statutory and non-statutory.
To maintain confidentiality in respect
of the young people at all times.
Communicate clearly with children and young
people, their families and all other health professional groups.
Actively participate in clinical
governance and quality improvement initiatives, e.g. clinical audit, essence of
care or clinical policy development.
Ensure that children and young people
are encouraged to play a part in decision making about the help they need and
how they can access specific interventions.
This is to promote person-centred planning.
Please see JD/PS for full information
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as
part of the Neurodiversity pathway to work with children and
young people and
families post diagnostically on discharge from the Child Development Centre or
the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
To support the delivery of evidence-based
support in a timely manner
The core function of the pathway
will be to provide Family, child and young person focused support, Structure
group work-themed, drop ins, Child led Play, Sensory support and Sleep support.
They will also support with covering a Telephone advisory line- Morning and
afternoon 1.5 hrs to start could be expanded or reduced.
To support the delivery of evidence-based
parenting programmes for children and young people.
Ensure planned interventions are implemented
effectively and evaluated using Routine Outcome Monitoring (ROMS)
Maintain standards of care to highest
level within available resources.
To actively participate in line
management with senior and junior members of staff.
To liaise effectively with the other key
stake holders across the city.
To develop and maintain relationships
with providers statutory and non-statutory.
To maintain confidentiality in respect
of the young people at all times.
Communicate clearly with children and young
people, their families and all other health professional groups.
Actively participate in clinical
governance and quality improvement initiatives, e.g. clinical audit, essence of
care or clinical policy development.
Ensure that children and young people
are encouraged to play a part in decision making about the help they need and
how they can access specific interventions.
This is to promote person-centred planning.
Please see JD/PS for full information
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with young people and their families/carers, who are experiencing mental health problems in the community setting.
- Some experience/ability in communicating with other professionals from the multidisciplinary team and professionals from other health settings and agencies.
- Team player.
- Caring and supportive attitude, but with the ability to be firm.
- Good communication skills.
- Clear accurate record keeping.
- Computer literate.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of relevant study and/or experience.
Experience
Essential
- A background of working in a care setting and/or a desire to undertake a career in mental health. Previous experience of working with young people in a professional/voluntary capacity
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of professional boundaries.
- Understanding of confidentiality.
- Knowledge and/or awareness of mental health problems.
- Knowledge of own limitations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with young people and their families/carers, who are experiencing mental health problems in the community setting.
- Some experience/ability in communicating with other professionals from the multidisciplinary team and professionals from other health settings and agencies.
- Team player.
- Caring and supportive attitude, but with the ability to be firm.
- Good communication skills.
- Clear accurate record keeping.
- Computer literate.
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of relevant study and/or experience.
Experience
Essential
- A background of working in a care setting and/or a desire to undertake a career in mental health. Previous experience of working with young people in a professional/voluntary capacity
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of professional boundaries.
- Understanding of confidentiality.
- Knowledge and/or awareness of mental health problems.
- Knowledge of own limitations.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Mental Health Act.
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
