At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide emotional support and facilitate therapeutic activities for young people in crisis.
- Company: Join the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust's innovative CAMHS Community Crisis Care Service.
- Benefits: Be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for young people.
- Other info: This role involves direct engagement in emergency, community, and home settings.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and their families during acute crises.
- Qualifications: Experience in providing support in mental health settings is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are excited to offer an opportunity for a motivated Band 4 Youth Support Worker to join our innovative Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) Community Crisis Care Service. In this vital role, you will provide practical and emotional support to young people experiencing acute mental health crises, helping them navigate challenges and build resilience. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and their families. You will be part of a forward-thinking, compassionate, and ever-expanding team dedicated to improving outcomes for young people through person-centered care and tailored interventions.
Responsibilities
- Provide emotional and practical support to young people experiencing crisis, ensuring they feel safe, heard, and empowered during distressing times.
- Assist in assessments under professional guidance, identifying the young person's strengths, challenges, and support needs to inform tailored interventions.
- Facilitate therapeutic activities across home, community, and clinical settings, promoting engagement in self-care, education, social interactions, and meaningful activities that support recovery.
- Offer hands-on support to young people and families, helping them navigate daily challenges, reduce isolation, and prevent crisis escalation.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including nurses, social workers, assistant psychologists, and other professionals, ensuring a joined-up, holistic approach to care.
- Maintain accurate records, monitor progress, and provide feedback to inform ongoing care planning and intervention strategies.
- Support young people through transitions and discharge planning, assisting their reintegration into school, home, and community life post-crisis.
- As part of the CAMHS Crisis Care service, provide intensive short-term support, focusing on recovery-oriented care plans that promote resilience and reduce the likelihood of future crises.
- This role involves direct engagement in emergency, community, and home settings, ensuring flexible, responsive support tailored to each young person's needs.
Youth Support Worker - CAMHS Community Crisis Care | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust employer: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust offers a supportive environment with a focus on person-centered care. Located in Manchester, the team is dedicated to improving mental health outcomes for young people through tailored interventions. They are a Disability Confident employer, ensuring inclusivity in hiring practices.
Contact Details:
Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd Recruitment Team
