Specialist Young People\'s Mental Health Practitioner in Grimsby

This is a unique opportunity to be part of the Mental Health Acceptance & Recovery Service (MARS) who work for 2 years with complex young people aged 16-25 years old who are vulnerable, i.e under the care system, looked after child, homeless, substance misuse, frequent attender to police, crisis etc. The MARS team also transition young people at aged 17.5 years old from Young Minds Matters (YMM) to Adult Mental Health Services (AMHS), navigating pathways for ongoing mental health support. We are very passionate about what we do, and our approach is to work in a responsive, outreach, assertive style. Our ethos is to provide hope and work in an open dialogue approach, working with families and young people, advocating on their behalf.

Main duties of the job

• We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated, positive thinking, creative, and proactive individual who has an inclusive outlook on life.
• You will work closely with YMM to ensure a smooth transition for complex cases and provide transition coordination as outlined in NICE guidance for transitions from YMM to AMHS.
• Clients may frequently self-harm or express distress, challenging their loved ones and straining other services. Therefore, you must remain calm and non-judgemental.
• Engaging clients at the beginning of their mental health journey can be challenging due to stigma and reluctance to engage with mental health services.
• You will need excellent interpersonal communication skills and a good understanding of caring for young people, building trust.

About us

Hello! We are Navigo, an award-winning social enterprise responsible for North East Lincolnshire's mental health and well-being services, providing care to the NHS and beyond. Our work is centered on delivering services we would trust for our own families, including acute and community facilities, specialist services such as inpatient care for older adults, rehabilitation and recovery community mental health, and a renowned eating disorder facility. Ranked among the top UK companies to work for, we feature in the Top 100 large companies list. As a social enterprise, we operate differently, developing income-generating businesses that offer training, education, and employment opportunities, such as Grimsby Garden Centre. Working at Navigo is unique; we seek forward-thinking individuals committed to making a difference.

Please note: We value all applications but will verify if applications are AI-generated and may reject those identified as such. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability or other needs, please contact navigo.recruitment@nhs.net.

Job responsibilities

• Offer advice to a range of community services that may be the first contact point for young people with emerging mental health issues or their families, e.g., schools, colleges, police.
• Promote the MARS ethos in all interactions with professionals, service users, families, and the wider community.
• You must be an excellent communicator with good time management and a positive mental attitude.
• A passion for recovery and supporting young people with complex needs is essential.
• You will face challenging situations, so self-reflection on your actions, attitudes, and mental well-being, along with stress management and seeking supervision regularly, is important.
• Work collaboratively with young people and their families/carers in a client-centered manner.
• Manage caseloads and administrative systems effectively.
• Assess risks and develop risk management plans for young people, collaborating on care plans, reviewing them using dialogue and questionnaires to identify goals.
• Work jointly with YMM, Psychology, Homelessness Team, We Are With You, and other voluntary agencies to ensure flexible, responsive services for complex cases.
• Maintain standards of practice and evaluate these regularly through supervision.
• Attend mandatory training and ensure compliance with professional standards and policies.
• Participate in clinical supervision per Navigo policy.
• Maintain accurate records on the Electronic Patient Record (EPR).
• Organize your clinical diary and compile information to formulate service user presenting problems.
• Follow the MARS Operational Policy and other Navigo policies.
• Approach information critically to develop a holistic understanding, supporting compassionate care.
• Communicate complex information clearly and non-judgementally to stakeholders, service users, and agencies.
• Ensure confidentiality within legal and professional boundaries.
• Be approachable and an active listener to encourage engagement.
• Be self-aware of your communication style and adapt as needed.
• Attend meetings, provide reports, and cover team roles as necessary.
• Use various communication methods to stay connected with team and stakeholders.
• Project confidence to inspire colleagues and service users.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary team members to ensure appropriate use of specialist services.
• Coordinate with community mental health and primary care for effective continuity of care.
• Promote the organization’s mission and values.
• Comply with employment terms, Navigo’s values, and codes of conduct.

Person Specification

• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information effectively.
• Use objective measures competently.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to engage vulnerable people in distressing circumstances.
• Work flexibly and cooperatively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Use initiative and make independent decisions.
• Full UK driving license.
• Provide effective teaching, training, and supervision.

Qualifications

• Registration with NMC or relevant professional body.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Registered with Social Work England.
• Occupational Therapist Qualification.
• DBT Qualification.
• Family Interventions Qualification.
• Motivational Interviewing Certificate.
• Child & Adolescent Mental Health Degree/Master’s.

Experience

• Experience in mental health settings.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with young people and assessments.
• Experience engaging young people and report writing.
• Knowledge of financial support systems.
• Experience in youth, substance misuse, or care system settings.

Knowledge

• Passion for working with young people and families.
• Understanding of stigma and how to minimize it.
• Care planning, risk assessment, and legal knowledge.
• Knowledge of transition processes, child development, and adverse childhood experiences.
• Understanding of attachment, substance misuse, and personality traits.

This post is subject to a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Salary: £29,970 to £44,962 per year, dependent on experience.