Department
Library, Learning, Archives and Wellbeing services provide a range of professional services to assist students with many aspects of their university life. Open Door & Student Wellbeing is one of the sections within this Directorate. Open Door is a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals who work with students who are experiencing psychological and mental health difficulties.
Role
The post will involve initial assessment, brief interventions or case management as appropriate following assessment. We wish to appoint a suitably qualified mental health professional, who has recent experience of working with people experiencing common mental health difficulties using evidence based, brief psychological interventions. The post will also involve dealing with urgent concerns that may come through to the duty team and there will be an expectation to cover this rota when required. We are looking for a Practitioner who holds a relevant professional qualification and registration with an appropriate professional body e.g. NMC/Social Work England.
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
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A professional qualification in an appropriate discipline e.g. Mental Health Nursing/ Occupational Therapy or Social Work.
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Experience of undertaking initial assessments, completing brief interventions, and managing a caseload providing appropriate interventions according to the needs of the student.
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Up to date knowledge of mental health, mental ill health and psychological difficulties and the appropriate psychological interventions indicated after assessment.
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Knowledge of the range of mental health difficulties which may be presented within the University population.
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Experience of providing brief psychological interventions.
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Recent experience of working with people with common mental health difficulties.
Interview date: To be confirmed
For informal enquiries: please contact Helen Barker on 01904 322140
Open Door Practitioner employer: University of York
The University of York is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment within its Legal Services team. With flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to equality, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful legal work that impacts the university community. Located on a vibrant campus, the university fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an attractive place for talented solicitors to advance their careers.
