Mental Health Youth Support

Mental Health Youth Support Are you looking for an opportunity to support the lives of students who are vulnerable and need support with their mental health? We have an excellent opportunity in one of our top specialist schools in Maidenhead, looking for someone to support students in the classroom as a Mental Health Youth Support Worker. They care for students between the ages of 4 and 16, all of whom have been identified as struggling with social, emotional, and mental health needs. All of these students have unfortunately faced adverse childhood experiences that have caused them to develop challenges to their mental health, affecting their ability to learn well in the classroom. Some students also face a diagnosis of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), which can negatively impact their learning. This amazing specialist school is looking for a Mental Health Youth Support Worker to come in and make a real difference in the lives of the students who need it most! If you are a psychology graduate or student, someone who is up for a challenge, or an individual who is especially keen on a rewarding role, this is definitely the position for you. You will gain valuable experience and develop great skills to carry you through your dream career. Some duties as a Mental Health Youth Support Worker will include: Following through with specialised interventions Discussing interventions with the class teacher and therapy support teams Ensuring that the children are safe at all times Encouraging a safe and engaging environment for learning Record keeping of student progress Helping to set up and prepare for lessons As a Mental Health Youth Support Worker, you will need to have these qualities: Patience A good attitude Good communication skills An understanding of the importance of safeguarding If this sounds like an opportunity you would be interested in, please apply for the role directly now. Interviews are to take place in the coming weeks. Job Details: Location: Maidenhead Salary: £83 - £95 per day Type: Long Term, Full Time Start Date: ASAP Experience: Psychology related experience Mental Health Youth Support - Maidenhead - ASAP Start - Long Term

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