Senior Mental Health Practitioner UK Visa Sponsorship

Sponsorship Jobs UK; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking a Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join their Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). This full-time role focuses on delivering high-quality care to children and young people through tailored mental health interventions. Candidates with significant experience and expertise in positive behaviour support are encouraged to apply. Be part of a dedicated team and contribute to pioneering healthcare for children.

Qualifications

• Significant prior experience working with children and young people.
• Training or expertise in positive behaviour support is a valuable asset.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload of children and young people.
• Conduct thorough mental health assessments for referrals.
• Deliver tailored interventions based on individual needs.
• Offer guidance and consultation to families and professionals.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Conducting mental health assessments

Delivering evidence-based interventions

Positive behaviour support

Job description

# Senior Mental Health Practitioner UK Visa Sponsorship### Job Description**Senior Mental Health Practitioner****Full-time role – 37.5 hours per week**We’re excited to offer a rewarding position for an experienced mental health professional with a focus on children and young people. Join our dedicated Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) team at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, where you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality care.#### About the RoleAs a Senior Mental Health Practitioner, you’ll work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. You’ll manage your own caseload of children and young people, taking responsibility for their care while benefiting from regular supervision and guidance from senior colleagues.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:* Conducting thorough mental health assessments for referrals to the CAMHS team.* Delivering tailored, evidence-based interventions based on each individual’s needs.* Offering guidance, advice, and consultation to families, carers, and other professionals involved in a young person’s life.We’re particularly interested in candidates with significant prior experience working with children and young people. Additional training or expertise in positive behaviour support would be a valuable asset.#### About Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation TrustAlder Hey is recognised as one of the world’s leading paediatric hospitals, driven by groundbreaking innovation and a commitment to excellence. We care for over 330,000 children and young people annually, providing a wide range of services both in-hospital and across community settings. As a major tertiary centre, we serve families from Merseyside, Cheshire, Lancashire, Shropshire, North Wales, and beyond.Every member of our team contributes to our proud legacy of pioneering healthcare for children. If you’re passionate, motivated, and eager to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join our vibrant and experienced CAMHS team and help shape the future of mental health support for young people.#### Diversity, Inclusion, and Right to WorkWe are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. This position may qualify for visa sponsorship via the Health and Care Worker route. We encourage potential applicants to check their eligibility on the GOV.UK website before applying:For full details, including the complete job description and person specification, please refer to the official posting. We look forward to welcoming a new colleague who shares our dedication to outstanding care for children and young people!LocationExperience3 Year