Senior Children's Wellbeing Practitioner

Job overview

Fixed term |1 year 11.25 hours

Join our expanding Lucy Project team delivering high-quality, low-intensity psychological therapies through video-based CBT to children and young people (CYP) experiencing low to moderate emotional and mental health difficulties linked to physical health.

About You:

• Postgraduate qualification as a Children's Wellbeing Practitioner (CWP).
• Registered with BABCP
• CWP Supervisor qualification (PGCert) or equivalent experience
• Experience of applying and adapting low-intensity CBT to young people experiencing chronic health conditions
• Experience of managing own caseload alongside supervision and line management as appropriate

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Principal Clinical Psychologist, your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver psychological interventions, including CBT and self-help techniques.
• Provide support to families to ensure participation in treatment and involvement in the therapeutic process.
• Collaborate with community and external services to ensure holistic support for CYP and their families.
• Supervise and provide training to junior team members, promoting a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Work with senior clinical and managerial teams to contribute to the development and expansion of early intervention services.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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