Therapist – Childrens Services – £30,000 – £38,000 (pro-rata – 30 hours p/w)
Qualifications (If Required)
- Driving License
- Experience Required
Qualifications
You must hold a recognised relevant therapy qualification or certificate in relevant therapeutic training.
Experience
You must have experience in the following areas:
• Experience of working with vulnerable children and families
• A broad knowledge of the presentations, effects and interventions of developmental Trauma, Attachment and related mental health concerns commonly perceived to be experienced by Looked After Children.
• To have carried out professional assessments and articulated knowledge of how to analyse and communicate complex psychological concerns
- A preliminary knowledge of child protection procedures
- Effective collaboration with professionals in Health, Education and Social Services
Skills/Abilities
• To understand a child's presentation is a direct response to their trauma.
• Be able to apply theory to practice and evidence this within reports.
• Be creative and innovative.
• Have experience with children who have a range of disabilities.
• To understand and create risk assessments for children.
• Identify children’s risks and share strategies and the reasons for these to ensure the team respond to the child in a therapeutic way.
Qualities
Nurturing and compassionate
Patient and understanding
Strong values
Passion to give the best care
Child centered
Confident and Assertive
Supportive with a team spirit
Other Requirements
Company Values
- Personal development opportunities
- Treating you as an individual
- Publicly recognising your achievements
- Supporting you any way we can
- Placing you on a comprehensive training program
- A competitive salary
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