Crisis Recovery Worker

Job description

Job responsibilities

Hours: 8 hours per week - Saturday and Sunday evening. 6pm - 10pm Salary: £24,960 with progression to £27,560 per annum, pro rata Based: 30 Clarence Street, York About us Mental Health Matters (MHM) is a national charity with over 40 years of experience in delivering high-quality mental health and social care services. We have a positive impact on the lives of people living with mental health needs in our local communities. We provide services across England, from Northumberland to Plymouth, led by a highly motivated and enthusiastic workforce who are committed to delivering the best quality services to those in need of support. Everything about MHM is people focused, our people are central to delivering the highest quality of service and care to the people who access our services. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are dedicated to the principles of social inclusion, to work with adults with mental health needs and to support people in distress and in need of immediate support. The service is open Monday to Friday 6pm - 10pm, Saturday & Sunday 2pm - 10pm and you will be working within MHMs York Haven. About the role You will be part of a small team supporting people in a crisis drop-in centre. We are a non-clinical service, providing support to reduce immediate distress to those at risk of self-harm, suicide or experiencing trauma. Our service provides information, safety planning and signposting for clients, their families, and carers to meet their holistic needs. You will work closely with mental health primary and secondary care, emergency services, partners agencies. Please refer to the attached job description for full job details. About you You will be educated to a minimum NVQ Level 3 (A-level, BTEC National Diploma or QCF Level 3), in Health and Social Care, Mental Health, Psychology, Counselling or related subject, or be willing to complete an appropriate Level 3 qualification within 12 months of starting. You will have an awareness of, or lived experience, of supporting people with mental ill health. You will have previous experience of working within mental health services, and previous experience within a crisis setting is desirable, with demonstrated skills and abilities to help others identify and overcome barriers. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate a proactive and highly motivated attitude. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise work and be responsible for administrative tasks. For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Jackie Holme, 07789 924995, or Tatum Amaral, 07484 061674 Please refer to the attached job description for full job details. What we offer You will go through our comprehensive, in-person training program in your first week of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role, as well as offering a great opportunity to get to know your new colleagues. In addition, you will receive:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 2 qualification in Health and Social Care, or equivalent
• subject, and be willing to complete an appropriate Level 3
• qualification within 12 months of employment

Experience

Essential

• Have awareness of/lived experience and experience of working
• with people who have experienced mental health issues
• Experience of record keeping

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mental Health Matters

Address

York Haven, 30 Clarence Street, York, YO31 7DE

York

YO31 7DE

Employer's website

https://www.mhm.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)