Children and Young People Worker

Children and Young People (CYP) WorkerMental Health ServiceLocation: SwanseaHours: Full-time / Part Time / Relief Hours 8am - 8amMake a Difference to Young Lives BRC are working in partnership with a national mental health charity who are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and resilient Children and Young People (CYP) Worker to join their dedicated team in Swansea.About the Role As a CYP Worker, you will provide therapeutic support and practical guidance to children and young people experiencing mental health distress within a non-clinical environment. You will work collaboratively with families, professionals, and partner agencies to help young people build resilience, improve wellbeing, and access appropriate support services.Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering one-to-one emotional support and wellbeing interventions.
• Supporting children and young people in crisis using trauma-informed and person-centred approaches.
• Respond and effectively manager all new and current referrals.
• Developing support plans tailored to individual needs.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring safeguarding procedures are followed at all times.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all service users.

About You We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children and young people in a health, social care, education, or community setting.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Understands mental health, emotional wellbeing, safeguarding, and child protection principles.
• Can work effectively under pressure and respond appropriately to crisis situations.
• Is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.

This is an exciting opportunity to support children and young people experiencing emotional distress, mental health challenges, and crisis situations within a safe, welcoming, and person-centred environment.Apply today and help create brighter futures for children and young people across Swansea.