Job summary
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How to Apply:
- Please read through the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
- If you would like to apply for the role please e-mail your completed Application Form to: recruitment@derbyshiremind.org.uk.
- Please quote the job title and your name in the subject line of the email and confirm that you have a driving license and access to your own vehicle within the email. Please also include a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.
Can you lead the way to a better quality of life, providing key-worker support to individuals living with mental illness?
This is a unique and exciting opportunity to truly make a difference to the future of mental health support offered in Derbyshire.
The Mental Health Recovery Worker is a key role within the Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service (DRPSS). The service supports people who are having difficulties with their mental health across the whole spectrum of mental illnesses. We do this by offering targeted goal-focused support, developing peer support and volunteer opportunities across Derbyshire, and also peer support groups where there is a need.
Main duties of the job
Hours: Three Days (22.2 hours) per week. (Part-time. Working days to be agreed)
Salary: £21,420 per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Fixed term contract until 31st March 2025 (potential to extend for a further three years, should funding allow)
Reports to: Team Leader (DRPSS/Living Well Erewash)
The role will involve providing support through one-to-one and group intervention to those experiencing mental ill health with the aim of self-management and sustainment for a better quality of life.
The successful candidate will be experienced in providing support to people with a mental illness or providing care in a similar social care service, in either a paid or voluntary capacity.
The role will work from community venues across Erewash, Derbyshire, and there will be a requirement to travel between these venues and our office on a regular basis, therefore a full driving license and access to your own vehicle is essential. The nominated office base for the role will be our head office at the Derby West Business Centre on Ashbourne Road in Mackworth.
About us
Key Responsibilities include:
- Provide key-worker support to individuals with mental illness, through one-to-one and group support.
- To have the individuals needs at the fore at all times, working to the recovery model and using communication, motivation and coaching skills to support the service user to achieve their goals and aspirations.
- Carry out assessments of service users engaging with the service, prioritising needs effectively.
- To be familiar with individual Care/Recovery Plans and support people who use our services in achieving their goals.
- Liaise with other external agencies, mental health services, and community groups on behalf of service users.
- Enable and encourage service users to learn about and attend local services in their community, and facilitate access to alternative services where required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an Informal Conversation about the Role before Applying:
- Please email recruitment@derbyshiremind.org.uk to arrange a time for a phone call.
Closing Date for Applications:
- Please send your email containing your completed Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form before the closing date of: Thursday 11th January 2024 at 11.59pm
Invitation for Interview Email:
- You will be notified by the18th January 2024 if you have been shortlisted and invited for interview. Please look out for an email from us, including checking your Junk Inbox. Not receiving an email means you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Interview Date:
- Interviews will be held face to face at Derbyshire Mind in Mackworth, Derby during the week commencing Monday 22nd January 2024.Your interview time will be confirmed in the interview invite. You will be required to confirm your attendance by return email.
This post is subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Derbyshire Mind aims to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.
The Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service provides recovery support to people in their local community and supports them in long-term recovery through peer activity. It is made up of four voluntary sector organisations: Rethink, Derbyshire Mind, P3, and The Derbyshire Federation of Mental Health.
For more information visit: https://www.rethink.org/help-in-your-area/services/community-support/derbyshire-recovery-and-peer-support-service/
About Derbyshire Mind:
Derbyshire Mind is a local independent mental health charity within the national Mind network. Our focus is on improving mental health and wellbeing for people across Derby and Derbyshire. We provide a range of advocacy and community mental wellbeing services designed to support people with mental health problems as well as the wider population. We have over 50 years experience of working locally, supporting people in Derby and Derbyshire to maintain good mental health.
Do find out more by taking a look around our website.
Our Vision:
For everyone in Derbyshire to have good mental wellbeing and to live their best life.
Our Values:
WORKING TOGETHER: We work alongside others for the greater good.
LEARNING TOGETHER: We always aim to do things better.
EMPOWERING: We support people to fulfil their potential.
RESPECTFUL We don't judge, we treat others as equals.
POSITIVE: We are progressive and focus on solutions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an Informal Conversation about the Role before Applying:
- Please email recruitment@derbyshiremind.org.uk to arrange a time for a phone call.
Closing Date for Applications:
- Please send your email containing your completed Application Form and Equal Opportunities Form before the closing date of: Thursday 11th January 2024 at 11.59pm
Invitation for Interview Email:
- You will be notified by the18th January 2024 if you have been shortlisted and invited for interview. Please look out for an email from us, including checking your Junk Inbox. Not receiving an email means you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Interview Date:
- Interviews will be held face to face at Derbyshire Mind in Mackworth, Derby during the week commencing Monday 22nd January 2024.Your interview time will be confirmed in the interview invite. You will be required to confirm your attendance by return email.
This post is subject to a criminal records check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Derbyshire Mind aims to be an Equal Opportunities Employer.
The Derbyshire Recovery and Peer Support Service provides recovery support to people in their local community and supports them in long-term recovery through peer activity. It is made up of four voluntary sector organisations: Rethink, Derbyshire Mind, P3, and The Derbyshire Federation of Mental Health.
For more information visit: https://www.rethink.org/help-in-your-area/services/community-support/derbyshire-recovery-and-peer-support-service/
About Derbyshire Mind:
Derbyshire Mind is a local independent mental health charity within the national Mind network. Our focus is on improving mental health and wellbeing for people across Derby and Derbyshire. We provide a range of advocacy and community mental wellbeing services designed to support people with mental health problems as well as the wider population. We have over 50 years experience of working locally, supporting people in Derby and Derbyshire to maintain good mental health.
Do find out more by taking a look around our website.
Our Vision:
For everyone in Derbyshire to have good mental wellbeing and to live their best life.
Our Values:
WORKING TOGETHER: We work alongside others for the greater good.
LEARNING TOGETHER: We always aim to do things better.
EMPOWERING: We support people to fulfil their potential.
RESPECTFUL We don't judge, we treat others as equals.
POSITIVE: We are progressive and focus on solutions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Mathematics at GCSE Grade C or equivalent
- QCF Diploma or NVQ level 3 in Care or Certificate in Community Mental Healthcare (or working towards) or an equivalent qualification.
Other Job requirements
Essential
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to own car to deliver the requirements of the job description
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to support and guide volunteers, ensuring they have the knowledge and resources to be successful
- Able to maintain accurate records as required by Derbyshire Mind policies and procedures, using paper and electronic systems
- Able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in an effective and accessible way with a diverse range of individuals and support organisations
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to form positive working relationships with a diverse range of individuals
- Able to build effective, trusting relationships based on respect and honesty with individuals with mental health problems
- Able to organise and manage own diary
- Able to deal with sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality, both in and out of the workplace
- IT literate, able to use email, databases, video calling, the internet, and Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel
- Able to work in line with quality standards and systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing support to people with a mental illness; or experience of providing care within a relevant social care setting, in a paid or voluntary capacity
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and embedding the ethos of recovery into practice
- Experience of making comprehensive assessments of an individuals situation and needs
- Experience of developing, implementing, and reviewing risk management and support plans
Desirable
- Good knowledge of the services and support available to individuals with mental health problems within Derby
Attitude & Approach
Essential
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, pro-active, and committed
- Able to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing information and supporting colleagues
- Understanding, awareness of and commitment to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Willingness to participate in training and development opportunities
- Flexible in approach and willing to work unsocial hours when required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- English and Mathematics at GCSE Grade C or equivalent
- QCF Diploma or NVQ level 3 in Care or Certificate in Community Mental Healthcare (or working towards) or an equivalent qualification.
Other Job requirements
Essential
- Hold a full driving licence and have access to own car to deliver the requirements of the job description
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to support and guide volunteers, ensuring they have the knowledge and resources to be successful
- Able to maintain accurate records as required by Derbyshire Mind policies and procedures, using paper and electronic systems
- Able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in an effective and accessible way with a diverse range of individuals and support organisations
- Excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to form positive working relationships with a diverse range of individuals
- Able to build effective, trusting relationships based on respect and honesty with individuals with mental health problems
- Able to organise and manage own diary
- Able to deal with sensitive information and maintain strict confidentiality, both in and out of the workplace
- IT literate, able to use email, databases, video calling, the internet, and Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel
- Able to work in line with quality standards and systems
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing support to people with a mental illness; or experience of providing care within a relevant social care setting, in a paid or voluntary capacity
- Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and embedding the ethos of recovery into practice
- Experience of making comprehensive assessments of an individuals situation and needs
- Experience of developing, implementing, and reviewing risk management and support plans
Desirable
- Good knowledge of the services and support available to individuals with mental health problems within Derby
Attitude & Approach
Essential
- Self-motivated, enthusiastic, pro-active, and committed
- Able to work collaboratively as part of a team, sharing information and supporting colleagues
- Understanding, awareness of and commitment to the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Willingness to participate in training and development opportunities
- Flexible in approach and willing to work unsocial hours when required
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.
