Are you a qualified Wellbeing Practitioner (WP CYP IAPT) looking to deliver low-intensity CBT interventions for children and young people? The CAMHS Gateway team would love to hear from you. Please only apply if you hold the WP CYP IAPT qualification.
CYPMH Dorset is in an exciting period of growth and transformation with investment supporting delivery in line with THRIVE principles , including enhanced pathways for Getting Help, Getting More Help, Getting Risk Support and a new Integrated Front Door. CAMHS Gateway is currently an assessment and brief intervention service across Dorset, providing high-quality assessments and brief, needs-led, evidence-based interventions for young people and their families. In the newly transformed thrive-aligned CYP Mental Health Service, the Wellbeing Practitioner role will sit in the Getting Help quadrant. You will have the skills and values to work in an inclusive, person-centred service, with a strong commitment to CYP IAPT principles and supporting young people and families.
In this role, you will manage a caseload, deliver individual and group interventions, work with families, and receive regular line management, and clinical skills supervision. You will also contribute to developing innovative ways to engage young people.
If you are interested in moving to Dorset, we also offer a generous relocation package of up to £10,000. For further details on relocation expenses please email
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This role is a full-time post; we would welcome part-time applicants with a minimum of 22.5 hours. As working will be a mix of online and face to face delivery, we promote and support hybrid working. This role is based in West Dorset.
Committed to providing high-quality, brief evidence-based treatment interventions for children and young people experiencing mental health difficulties.
Be familiar with the CYP IAPT core principles and have the relevant specialist training
Experience of working with children, young people and families who experience mental health difficulties, especially depression and anxiety.
You'll need to be able to facilitate group work and we will offer to train you if you don't have this experience yet
You'll be a car driver with access to a car (we work in a beautiful rural area and take our groups where they are needed most)
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
The CAMHS service is entering an exciting period of growth, with new investments and initiatives underway. This role will evolve alongside the development of our service; initially, you may support existing teams while new structures are implemented. All positions are pan-Dorset and will involve having a temporary base during the transitional phase. As our service develops, some roles may involve working flexibly within extended hours to reflect our commitment to being there at the moments that count most. This is more than just a role – it’s a chance to help shape a growing service and be part of something that really matters. We are looking for compassionate, adaptable and positive individuals who are inspired by the idea of making a genuine difference and who want to help shape the future of care in our community.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidate’s individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact
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Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
