West Sussex Mind – children and young people’s social prescribing worker

Could you make a difference to local children and young people? GP practices want to improve mental health support available to children and young people by working in partnership with West Sussex Mind to deliver this role. You'll split your time across two surgeries and have the support of a large team of colleagues working with children, young people and their parents and carers across West Sussex. 

What you'll do

In this role you'll:

• Develop and deliver recovery-focused support to children aged 11-17 years
• Work with children and young people who are referred into the service via the surgery to identify what they need and help them to work on these issues
• Take a holistic and flexible approach with individuals, supporting with both social and psychological issues 
• Have an awareness of local support that is available to young people and their families

About you

We're looking for someone with:

• Relevant mental health work experience
• Experience working with children and young people
• Relevant qualification
• Full UK driving licence and an independent means of transport

How to apply

For more information about the role, and the benefits of working for us, click apply now at the top of this page. This will take you through to the West Sussex Mind website.