You’ve got an in-depth understanding of mental health issues and substantial experience of working in a Housing and Social Care setting. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Service Manager.
 
Right now, our Northampton Step Down service is looking for someone like you to join the team. This is a new, bespoke 24-hour service for two men with Mental Health and Learning Difficulties who are on the Autistic spectrum.  As well as ensuring the quality of service and support provided to people who use our services, we’ll rely on you to manage service contracts and commissioner relationships, line manage front line staff and organise any building maintenance requirements. Whether you’re carrying out an induction, undertaking an investigation, putting team development plans in place or providing support to our business development team, one thing’s for sure – you won't be short of challenge and variety.
 
Substantial experience gained managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs is a given, as well as being outcome driven and able to lead by example using your firm but inclusive management style. Some experience of housing management is desirable, but not essential. You’re open and encouraging too, and have lots of tact and diplomacy. What's more, you're great at managing conflicting priorities on time, have a flexible attitude to working hours and are willing to participate in on call arrangements. And, if you have experience of carrying out investigations, writing reports/recommendations or managing budgets, even better, although it's not essential.
 
This is a full time post at 37.5 hours per week.
 
The salary for this post is £24,712.00 with progression to £25,994.
 
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background. 
 
It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification, will be considered for an interview.
 
The closing date for this post is 2nd October 2020.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website. 
 
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Can you help us make a positive difference for those experiencing mental health problems?

We provide support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem within our three boroughs Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow. We campaign to improve services and are committed to empowering local residents, promoting wellbeing and supporting recovery.

We are looking for a passionate, creative, innovative, adaptable, motivated and committed Service Manager to lead a variety of projects within a portfolio. 

The Role

The role involves managing a portfolio of newly acquired services including:

1. Befriending
2. Peer support 
3. Psychoeducation
4. Signposting services

The role will also require managing sub-contractors or partners delivering clinical services and an internal team of circa 10 employees plus volunteers.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please follow the instructions foiund by clicking "How to Apply" above. 

This is a 35 hours/week position and a fixed term contract until 30th September 2021.

Closing date for applications: 21st September 2020 (5pm). Post is subject to an enhanced DBS check

We welcome applications from everyone, applicants with lived experience, LGBTQ+, people with a disability, or who are BAME are actively encouraged to apply. We are proud to have also been awarded Disability Confident employer status and therefore we ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to everyone.

We reserve the right to change the closing date without notice depending on the number of responses received.

Department: People Experience

Interview date: 13 and 14 October

Do you want to work for an organisation that makes a difference, every single day, to people from all walks of life? The people that turn to Citizens Advice need help overcoming obstacles in their lives; from debt to evictions to trouble at work, and you can be key to them getting the support they need in the quickest, easiest, and most effective way.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non-binary candidates.

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.

We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year.

One of our strategic ambitions, articulated in our current strategic framework, is to advance equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI). This includes addressing equality disparities and the barriers to accessing our services and creating an inclusive working environment service wide. We aim to create a culture that is collaborative and innovative and that adapts to the changing needs of our clients. EDI will be fundamental to this culture.

This role will be a part of the EDI team and will work closely with the Workforce EDI Manager. It will have day-to-day responsibility for the smooth and effective running of EDI projects, activities and workstreams that make up the Inclusive Employer Action Plan, working across the organisation to ensure successful and effective coordination. This work aims to build an inclusive and equitable working culture and forms a significant part of meeting our overall strategic EDI objectives.

This role will coordinate delivery of either national workforce, or network-facing EDI projects from inception to completion. This will include planning, in partnership with the EDI Workforce Manager, tracking risk, analysing needs, evaluating options, producing reports and planning engagement and dissemination.

Please note, in the event of a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the application early.

The National Citizens Advice Operates from offices in England and Wales, with 5 regional offices based in Cardiff, London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Liverpool, therefore all successful applicants must be based within England or Wales.

Maternity cover fixed term contract until April 2021

Are you looking for an opportunity where your skills will make a difference in helping to end homelessness and rebuild lives?

About the role

St Mungo’s Criminal Justice services, has been providing dedicated services to ex-offenders in custody and the community, since 1998. We are now looking for a proactive and innovative individual to lead our accommodation pilot for a fixed term period, working with HMP Pentonville and hostel accommodation in Enfield to source Private Rented Sector accommodation for up to 200 ex-offenders.

This unique project focuses on a thorough care approach, meaning individuals will be supported in custody and ‘Through the Gate’ into accommodation. The Service Manager will support a team to oversee a caseload of individuals for a 3 year period, offering support and advice while in custody, hostel accommodation and floating support in their Private Rented Sector homes. This innovative model, will offer a continued long term support in tenancy sustainment, recovery and reducing reoffending.

What we’re looking for

This role will suit someone with an understanding of the support needs of individuals engaged with the criminal justice system and what it means to reduce the risk of reoffending. Experience of managing a service and/or team that supports vulnerable or homeless people, supervising staff and supporting them to oversee a large caseload of clients and the ability to organise a demanding and varied workload is essential.

If you have great communication skills, a flexible and innovative approach, the ability to build and maintain relationships with a range of stakeholders and the ability to empower individuals to make positive changes; we want to hear from you.

You will also be flexible to work and supervise staff in a variety of settings including prisons, hostel accommodation and floating support.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation. As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 7 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days. St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website.

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document available tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) applicants, as they are under-represented within St Mungo’s at this level.

Closing date: 10am on 22 September 2020

Interview and assessments on: 30 September 2020, via video call

It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate. Because of the nature of the role, prison clearance is also required.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Do you want to work in a role where you will support an end to rough sleeping? 

About the role

Our belief is that rough sleeping is an intrinsically harmful and dangerous activity both for the individual and for the wider community. Therefore we take a proactive and assertive approach to supporting people away from this activity. Our aim is to support people to recover from the effects of rough sleeping and move away from a street lifestyle permanently.

Working as an Outreach Worker you are involved in making contact with people who are sleeping rough, assessing their needs and delivering personalised case management; to support individuals to make the move away from the streets. Outreach Workers also work in partnership with multi-disciplinary teams and agencies.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for highly motivated people who share our ambition:

• Some experience of dealing directly with the public and/or customers in a busy service environment.

• Experience in dealing with rough sleepers with multiple needs and the ability to work with challenging behaviour.

• Great communication skills and experience of working effectively with others.

• Some understanding of the issues faced by homeless or vulnerably housed people and the difficulties they experience in accessing services.

• The ability to empower individuals to make positive changes and a willingness to develop these valuable skills.

• The ability to drive would be helpful

Above all we are looking for inspirational, committed individuals who have a genuine desire to support people to rebuild their lives.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, South West, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Pay and Other Benefits

St Mungo’s is proud to pay client facing staff above average for the sector. We run a cycle to work scheme and also offer season tickets loans to all staff. For this role staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for some unsocial hours worked.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the ‘document available’ tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 30 September 2020

Interview and assessments on:  9 October 2020 (to be held remotely via video conference call)

It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

Location: Witness Service North - North Yorkshire

Department: Witness Service - National

About us: 

The Citizens Advice Witness Service provides a vital service offering free and independent support for witnesses in every criminal court across England and Wales.

The Witness Service has over 260 staff and 3000 volunteers and offers free, independent, impartial and confidential support and information to 15,000 witnesses each month to give evidence in every criminal court in England and Wales.

Last year, Citizens Advice helped 2.6 million people face-to-face, by phone, email and webchat, and we received 25 million visits to our digital advice content. We solve 7 in 10 clients' problems, and 4 in 5 tell us that advice improved their lives.

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented throughout Citizens Advice. We are a member of the race equality campaign at Business in the Community, the Prince’s responsible business network and are committed to improving employment opportunities for ethnic minorities across the UK. We also welcome applications from, LGB and Trans and non binary candidates. 

We have made a positive commitment to employing disabled people and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role as set out in role profiles.

We look for people to help us improve and transform our organisation. We can offer you the opportunity to make a genuine impact and create lasting change within an organisation that makes a difference in the lives of millions of people every year.

Are you an experienced manager of staff or volunteers looking for a new opportunity?

Are you a great manager of people, who is passionate about supporting vulnerable individuals?

We are looking for someone who is a great motivator who thrives on leading teams to deliver positive outcomes.

The Role

As Team Leader (Outreach Services) you will be in a crucial role, responsible for the delivery of a pre-trial Outreach Support Service to Vulnerable and Intimidated Witnesses in a defined geographical area.

You will manage, motivate and develop a team of volunteers who support vulnerable witnesses in their journey through the criminal justice system.

You will also develop and maintain key local stakeholder relationships with a view to enhancing partnership working, and service delivery standards and effectiveness.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for someone with excellent management and communication skills, who can adapt to and manage change. Experience of working to agreed targets is essential for this role along with working to tight deadlines.

We welcome applications from diverse candidates who can demonstrate transferable skills.

This post is subject to enhanced vetting and barring check.

You will love working with us because:

• We value diversity and equity
• You will be a part of a fantastic team who works collaboratively and inclusively, using cutting edge IT solutions to help us work better together
• You will be making a positive difference in people’s lives
• Your health and wellbeing is important to us, we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling sessions, both online and on the phone support.
• Your future financial health is helped by a generous pension scheme
• You can further your career with training and development tailored to you
• You will have access to an online employee support networks and forums
• Generous annual leave allowance starting at 26 days plus bank holidays with an additional 4 days off at the end of the year
• Opportunity to buy additional annual leave
• Generous maternity pay and shared parental leave
• 3 days paid volunteering each year
• Discount scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Inhouse mentoring scheme

The Volunteer Manager is a newly created role and forms part of our strategy to embed volunteering into the culture of the London Irish Centre, covering every aspect of how we work.

The London Irish Centre is the largest Irish charity outside of Ireland. Our mission is to empower and enrich lives through Irish community and culture. We have been supporting the Irish community in London for over sixty years.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, strategic thinking, proactive Volunteer Manager who enjoys developing people and volunteer services. The LIC has developed a new volunteering strategy, building on a proud history of volunteering in the London Irish community. The focus of this new role is to implement the strategy as organisational lead for volunteering. Using an innovative, organised and partnered approach, the postholder will support and develop volunteer involvement and contributions in new ways, making best use of people’s motivations and skills in line with the LIC’s strategic objectives.

This is a fixed term role for 12 months with the possibility for extension.

Why you should work for the London Irish Centre

• We are a dynamic, progressive and inclusive charity.
• We are driven by our core values.
• We enjoy a strong reputation, supporting more than 2,000 people each year.
• We cherish our staff as our greatest asset: we support them with opportunities for training and development.
• We work as one big family whilst maintaining clear professional boundaries.
• We have a comprehensive programme of staff benefits, including Cycle to Work and Tech schemes, and discounts at events, our shop and bar.
• We have a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, with access to an Employee Assistance Programme and mindfulness courses.

We welcome people from all sections of the community. You do not have to be Irish to apply for this role, however an interest in Irish culture is a must.

Our Six Core Values:

1. Welcoming

2. Compassionate

3. Inclusive

4. Creative

5. Community-centered

6. Sustainable 

The deadline for applications is 9am Monday 5th October.

The London Irish Centre is a London Living Wage and Equal Opportunities employer.

We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We encourage BAME and disabled applicants and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce and all opportunities provided by the LIC. Whilst our offices have some barriers to access, we are taking steps to resolve these, and in the meantime continue to encourage interest from applicants who require reasonable adjustments within the workplace.

Off The Record is a well established,​ award-winning mental health Charity with over 25-years experience of supporting and counselling young people in the boroughs of Croydon, Sutton and Merton.

Our vision is to bring an end to mental health misery for all children and young people. We believe that every young person should be able to fulfil their potential, regardless of their background. We support ​around two thousand young people each year and we currently have a work force of 65 staff including full time and part time employees.

We are looking for two ​dynamic and experienced freelance consultants to work with our Directors and senior managers to build on ​and integrate the learning from our service delivery during COVID and Black Lives Matters and to help transform our offer to children and young people by building a broader, more integrated mental health offer across all three boroughs. 

Both roles are for 6 months ending 31st March 2021. Pay is £350 per day, inclusive of all expenses, up to maximum of 50 days work over 6 months. The majority of the work will be conducted remotely but consultants will be expected to be available for in-person meetings in south London approx. once per month. The roles are being advertised separately but we are also open to considering a single consultant with appropriate experience/background.

BAME & INCLUSION CONSULTANT

Off the Record is building exciting, innovative and creative offers to our local BAME young people. This consultant would be working to help us integrate our BAME work more fully into the wider charity's work with young people alongside strengthening our overall inclusion approach (inc. LGBTQ+; disability; race & religion). You would be working with senior managers & the BAME outreach team to create proposals for structures and a management framework for this work as well as building the sustainability of all our inclusion work through new funding bids in Jan-March.

You need to ​have a strong background in, and understanding of BAME mental health and other inclusion issues. You need to be able to see the bigger picture, have an excellent understanding of systems and structures, excellent analytical skills and a strong ability to communicate your ideas. 

INTEGRATED SERVICES CONSULTANT

Covid-19 challenged us to quickly adapt our established service delivery models to remote working, new systems and innovative approaches that broke down many pre-existing borough-based service boundaries. We are now looking for a consultant to help us build on this new practice model to create an overarching framework that places young people’s voices at the centre of our thinking and integrates service provision across boroughs for children and young people. We want to build a mental health community for children and young people with the emphasis on empowerment, accessibility and immediacy.

You will need to generate workable solutions and proposals that create a "one door" approach for young people across all our boroughs, that place the young person at the centre of all responses and interventions and offers an accessible, integrated, broad-based holistic menu of mental health support with little or no wait times.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with experience of consultancy work in the third sector, preferably around young people’s orgnaisations, with excellent analytic skills and with knowledge and experience of systems, structures and change management.

Application procedure

Please send a brief proposal (no more than 3 sides of A4) – describing your relevant experience and previous consultancy work; your understanding of the assignment; the tools and methodology you will use and potential tasks/milestones for the 6 month period. Please also attach your CV.

Closing date for applications midday, on Monday 5th October, interviews will be held w/c Monday 12th October for immediate start.  

With your background in housing, social care and working with people with complex behaviours, you really understand the difference it can make when skilled practitioners take an asset-based approach to working with people. Well, we can put you in a position to do just that. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Senior Practitioner.
 
Right now, our Northampton Step Down service is looking for someone like you to join the team. This is a new, bespoke 24-hour service for two men with Mental Health needs and Learning Difficulties who are on the autistic spectrum.   As a Senior Practitioner you’ll be focused on practice, but of course your overriding objective will be to provide high quality support to service users, in line with service models and policy. Carrying a caseload of 1-2 complex cases, you’ll provide strong and effective leadership in formulating and delivering positive behavioural support-focused support plans and overseeing the work of Recovery Workers and Night Workers within the team. You will also act as the Team Practice Supervision Coordinator, taking notes and bringing learning back to the team to discuss how the knowledge is best shared and embedded. Effectively leading on external agency interactions and creating strong working relationships with key partners from other care teams is also a key element of this role, as is being a team mentor for any new starters joining the service. 
 
 
We expect you to have your QCF in Health and Social Care – ideally level 3 or equivalent – or to be happy to train towards it. You will have experience working with people with Mental Health needs and learning difficulties/ASD. Certainly, your substantial experience within the housing and social care sector will have given you a significant understanding of mental health issues, recovery and coproduction, and the intricacies of managing resources effectively. You should also be experienced in carrying out investigations and writing reports and recommendations. On a personal level, you’re solution focused and outcome driven, able both to lead from the front and to delegate when appropriate, and flexible enough to participate in on-call arrangements.
 
There are 2 full time roles available at 37.5 hours pw. 
 
The postholder will be required to participate in a 24-hour cover rota involving both evening and weekend work.
 
The salary for this post is £19,864.00 with progression to £20.891.00 per annum.
 
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background. 
 
It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification,  will be considered for an interview.
 
The closing date for this post is 2nd October 2020
 
So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website. 
 
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Overall purpose of the role
To provide specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to the client group. The CBT Practitioner will work to a fixed-term model with clients. CBT services will include comprehensive assessment and treatment planning, individual and group therapy, and advice sessions. The CBT Practitioner will also provide consultation and advice-giving on the psychological care of clients to other staff, as required.

About you
You will be a highly skilled counsellor/practitioner with experience of working with vulnerable clients. You will have a Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy and registered with the BACP, or equivalent.  Preferably, you will be an accredited member of the BABCP, or comparable organisation.  As important as your qualifications are your abilities to blend therapeutic work with a pragmatic approach and work flexibly with individuals.

The postholder will understand the complexities of trauma, mental health, drug and/or alcohol dependency, and barriers to support experienced by homeless people.

What we offer
In return for your experience and commitment, our offer includes a salary of £40,000 per annum rising to £45,000; 22 days annual leave increasing to 25 days, plus bank holidays; clinical supervision; and up to 8% employer’s pension.

Interested and want to know more?
Read through our Recruitment Pack, which gives you the detail and tells you about us and how we work. If you’re still interested, have the skills, experience and attitude we’re looking for, then we want to hear from you.

Closing date Monday, 28th September
Interviews week beginning 5th October

We are seeking a full time Manager to lead a service that helps people, emotionally and practically, to face the immediate, acute, disorientating and painful experience of the first days, weeks and months in the aftermath of a road traffic collision.

About us

Aftermath Support is a well-established charity delivering support for anyone involved or affected by a road traffic collision. We offer free, confidential advice, practical support, and information to promote recovery and rehabilitation and help people deal with issues such as bereavement, life-changing injuries, the legal process and financial matters.

The role

Reporting to the Board of Trustees, you will be accountable for the leadership and day-to-day delivery of services, including your own case load of clients, which may include:

• One to one psycho-social support via face to face meetings, telephone, email or text
• Practical support, such as dealing with the police and accessing legal advice/financial support
• Advocacy and liaising with professionals or statutory agencies on the client’s behalf
• Proactive signposting and onwards referral
• Arranging peer support and providing group support sessions after a fatality e.g. to schools

You will also be responsible for supervising and supporting a small team of two part-time staff and recruiting and training volunteer support workers.

Making grant applications and fundraising is also a key aspect of the role, as is raising awareness and delivering presentation sessions around the impact of road traffic collisions

This is an exciting opportunity with a successful charity, to take overall responsibility for service delivery, develop its profile and build on its excellent reputation.

Interested?

Read the full Job Description and Person Specification and if you believe you have the experience and attributes we are seeking, send a covering letter setting out clearly how you meet the requirements of the job AND your CV 

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 23 September 2020.  Interviews will be held on Wednesday 7 October.

We welcome applications from everyone. Applicants with lived experience, LGBTQ+, people with a disability and members of the BAME community are actively encouraged to apply.

You've got a good understanding of mental health issues and really enjoy supporting others to achieve independence and lead their own recovery. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.
 
Right now, our Northampton Step Down service is looking for someone like you to join the team. This is a new, bespoke 24-hour service for two men with Mental Health needs and Learning Difficulties who are on the Autistic spectrum.  Day-to-day, you will work with these individuals to support the development and delivery of ‘client led’ recovery and safety planning, helping them to regain sustainable control over their challenges and maximise their independence.  And, when it comes to liaising with statutory and voluntary agencies to ensure they have access to a full range of services to live a positive and fulfilled life, again, we’ll rely on your expertise.
 
The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you have experience of working with people with Mental Health needs and learning difficulties or ASD. You are caring, consistent, flexible and creative, work well under pressure, know how to connect with people at all levels and, like us, are keen to break down the stigma of mental health.
 
The postholder will be required to participate in a 24-hour cover rota involving both evening and weekend work.
 
The salary for this post is £17,354 (pro-rata for part time hours)
 
These are permanent, part time roles. We have two posts at 18.75 hours per week,  and two posts at 22.5 hours per week.
 
We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background. 
 
It is a mandatory requirement of the application process for this post that candidates submit a CV and Supporting Statement, thus only candidates that provide this, and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification, will be considered for an interview.
 
The closing date for this post is 2nd October 2020
 
So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website. 
 
Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.

Fixed term contract until 31 March 2021, with a possible extension dependent on future funding.

Are you looking for an opportunity where your skills will make a difference in helping to end homelessness and rebuild lives?

About the role

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join OxSPOT, our dynamic street outreach team in Oxford. The successful candidate will work with our Navigator cohort and have the ability to work proactively, and consistently, with a complex client-group that may be actively rough sleeping or accessing various accommodation models, at any one time. 

You will be working positively with many important partner agencies, in order to ensure a high level of service to individuals that are actively marginalised and socially excluded. Many of our clients are Migrants from Europe or beyond and part of your role will be to work with this group. This will involve liaising with key services, including police and the department of work and pensions, and services throughout the UK and Europe. The role involves making contact with rough sleepers and those at risk of homelessness, assessing their needs and delivering personalised case management to support them to make the move away from the streets and/ or street lifestyles for good. You would then provide ongoing support to people as and when they access accommodation. 

This is an exciting role, working across health, housing, treatment and immigration issues with some of Oxford’s most vulnerable individuals working for one of the UK’s leading homelessness and outreach organisations.   

What we’re looking for

This role requires a level of commitment and understanding, with a thorough understanding of professional sector-specific working practices, and the ability to work in a considered, trauma-informed and boundaried manner. 

The successful candidate will need to foster positive relationships with individuals, sometimes in a relatively short space of time, and to maintain these relationships, regardless of the situation. You will have line management duties for the Complex Case Worker and will be able to identify the most successful outcomes for the identified cohort. You will also work alongside the existing outreach team and provide interim support and advice. This is an excellent opportunity to gain line management experience whilst maintaining a crucial client-facing role and practice.

We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) applicants, as they are under-represented within St Mungo’s at this level. 

Please note, due to the needs of our services, the post holder may be required to work a shift rota, so flexibility is required. This will include some weekends and bank holidays.

What we offer

• Excellent Development and Growth Opportunities

St Mungo’s employees are encouraged to consider opportunities to develop new skills or progress including; secondments, internal transfers, application to new roles in the organisation or just to get involved in various projects happening within the organisation.

As a result last year 35% of our vacancies were filled by promotions. In 2019 we achieved We Invest in People Gold level accreditation and are one of just 3% of housing associations to achieve this standard; 82% of staff who took part in the IIP survey say St Mungo’s is a great place to work.

• A Diverse and Inclusive Work Place

At St Mungo’s, equality, diversity and inclusion are central to the organisation's values and how we work. We are proud of our commitment to diversity and inclusion and have 8 great Diversity Networks to support clients and staff from different backgrounds so they are able to be their best selves. Our Networks include: BAME, Carer’s and Parent’s, Lived Experience, LGBTQIA+, Disability Awareness, South West, Irish and Women’s Action.

• Flexible Working and Other Benefits

We are committed to maintaining your work/life balance. We offer 25 days annual leave, and operate a very popular Flexi Time scheme, which allows you to supplement your annual leave entitlement. After 5 years, staff annual leave entitlement increases to 28 days.

St Mungo’s contribute 4% of your gross annual salary, and you are able to enrol in the Defined Contribution scheme following a successful probationary period in which the employer contribution is 6%.

For this role staff can claim an additional 20% pay premium for hours worked between 8pm and 8am Monday to Friday, and all hours worked on Saturday and Sunday. 

What we do

At St Mungo’s our vision is that everyone has a place to call home and can fulfil their hopes and ambitions. As a homelessness charity and housing association, our clients are at the heart of what we do, and in 2019 we supported nearly 30,000 people who were either homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Our staff are crucial to making this happen.

How to apply

To find out more and apply please go to the St Mungo’s careers page on our website. 

To view the job description and guidance on completing your application form, please click on the document available tab at the top of the advert page on our website.

Closing date: 10am on 30 September 2020

Interview and assessments on: 12 and 13 October, to take place via video call

It is a requirement for this post that an enhanced DBS disclosure check will be undertaken for the successful candidate.

Please be advised that all appointments will be made on St Mungo’s current standard Terms and Conditions (T&Cs); this also applies to any internal candidates.

You have a good understanding of mental health issues and the needs of, and issues faced by, people who have been involved in forensic services or detained in secure care settings. All you need is the perfect environment to put your skills to great use. Welcome to Richmond Fellowship as a Recovery Worker.

Our NHS Secure Community Forensic Team based in the North East prepares people for, and supports them through, the transition from Secure Care facilities to living within the community. The team’s goal is to help clients achieve their goal of living more fulfilling lives, whilst maintaining their tenancy and independence in the community. Join us, and you’ll play a key role in helping to make that happen.

Based within a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll manage a caseload for people who use our services with mental health issues and give them the assistance they need to enable them to participate in community life. Developing personal support plans and risk assessments which take account of each individual’s full range of needs will be key. We’ll also rely on you to help clients to pursue positive personal development programmes, including community involvement, not to mention develop domestic management and finance management skills so that they can gain increased and improved access to support from various services. And, when it comes to helping with activities like accessing local community services, work and educational opportunities or setting up Health and safety systems within their homes, again, we’ll count on you.

To succeed, you'll need some experience of working in mental health, or a similar field, and possibly an NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care, though this is not essential. What’s for certain is you have a good understanding of the needs and issues faced by people with lived experience of drug and alcohol issues and the ability to motivate, support and advocate for them. What’s more, you’re used to identifying and coordinating services to meet each client’s needs and supporting individuals to engage with community activities. Basic knowledge of welfare benefits would be useful too, but more important are the communication skills it takes to deal effectively with sensitive and complex issues and with a wide range of people. Great at record keeping, you work well under pressure, are flexible about your hours and committed to self-development. A full driving licence and access to your own transport is preferred.

This is a permanent role requiring the post-holder to work 37.5 hours per week.

The salary for this role is £17,004.00 per annum with potential progression to £17,230.00 per annum.

So, are you ready to take on this rewarding role that comes with some really great benefits? Apply now via our website.

We are committed to increasing our diversity and we would welcome applications from those with lived experience and/or who are from a BAME background.

This is a rolling recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be interviewed as and when they apply.

Richmond Fellowship is part of Recovery Focus, a national group of charities highly experienced in providing specialist support services to individuals and families living with the effects of mental ill health, drug and alcohol use, gambling and domestic violence. We know that recovery can look and feel very different to each and every one of us. But we also know that if we provide the right support, at the right time, we can inspire recovery nationwide and that recovery is possible for everyone.