Ormiston Families' Point 1 Service

These posts can be part-time or full-time (35 hours per week), with some room for flexible working

Base to be confirmed with candidate on appointment – positions available across the county

Point 1 is a consortium of providers made up of Ormiston Families, Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust and Mancroft Advice Project (MAP) commissioned by Norfolk County Council and Clinical Commissioning Groups to deliver a Tier 2 CAMHS provision.

The post holder will provide assessments and short-term therapeutic interventions to children with mild-moderate mental health issues.

You will be a self-motivated and dedicated individual with either a qualification in Therapy or Counselling at Diploma level or higher accredited with an appropriate professional body. You will also have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a clinical role and an understanding of children, young people and/or their families.

For more information or to apply for this post, please visit our website via the Apply button.

Closing date: Friday 6th March 2020 at 9am

Ormiston Families is committed to safeguarding. We are an equal opportunities employer; we value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community. 

Responsible for the planning and delivery of weekly Youth Club & Adult Club for teenagers and adults with additional needs and disabilities.

Hours of work:Adult Club: 7 hours per week (51 weeks) to include Tuesday evening; Youth Club: 7 hours per week (36 weeks) to include Monday evenings

Purpose of the role:

Plan, oversee and deliver both the weekly Youth club and the Adult club.  Planning hours (3.5 hours weekly for each club) will ideally be worked during office opening hours Monday to Friday 9am to 3pm; flexibility on working times within these hours can be offered.

Plan and organise activities and outcomes for members attending the clubs. 

Create and record activity plans, risk assessments, care plans, measurable outcomes, and implement behavioural strategies for each member where needed.

Directly manage and supervise support staff and volunteers at the club.

Key Responsibilities:

Working with adults with a varied range of additional needs and disabilities.

Encouraging group and peer interaction through well-planned, meaningful activities.  Organising all associated equipment and resources.

Promoting and supporting the development of social, communication and independent living skills.

Ensuring that all safeguarding policies and procedures are followed and implemented.

Planning activities within designated budgets, accounting for all expenditure

Undertaking risk assessments as needed to ensure that everyone is safe; recording any incidents and following charity policies and procedures as appropriate.

Recording of attendance, signing-in and collection of payments.

Designing and implementing appropriate behavioural strategies for each member as needed in accordance with charity policies and procedures.

Communicating and liaising with parents and carers where needed.

Previous professional or personal experience of working with disabled people is essential.

 Care Network Cambridgeshire are supporting various PCNs in Cambridgeshire to recruit for Social Prescribing Link Workers.  Social prescribing empowers people to take control of their health and wellbeing through referral to ‘link workers’ who give time, focus on ‘what matters to me’ and take a holistic approach to an individual’s health and wellbeing, connecting people to community groups and statutory services for practical and emotional support. Link workers also support existing groups to be accessible and sustainable and help people to start new community groups, working collaboratively with all local partners. Social prescribing link workers will work as a key part of the primary care network (PCN) multi-disciplinary team, helping PCNs to strengthen community and personal resilience and reducing health and wellbeing inequalities by addressing the wider determinants of health, such as debt, poor housing and physical inactivity, by increasing people’s active involvement with their local communities. When applying please state which PCN you are applying to,  and send your CV and a covering letter showing how you meet the points in the person specification. 

Closing date – 2nd March 2020

Interviews – weeks commencing 9th and 16th March 2020

Sense has a great opportunity to join our team at our Sense College and Centre is Dereham. This is a 12 month fixed term position working 35 hours per week, being a college you would work 45 weeks of the year.

Working at Sense can be incredibly rewarding; we offer the opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where people can develop their skills, knowledge and careers in a supportive and flexible environment. In addition we have excellent training and development, the opportunity for you to join our Group Personal Pension scheme and a generous annual leave entitlement

As an Education Support Worker you will support people who have dual or single sensory impairment, learning disability and / or autism, to be as involved as possible in every part of their day to day lives so that they can be full and active members of society. You will work closely with learners to achieve the long term goals identified in their Individual Learning Plans through a range of activities.

You will support and enable people to live the life they choose: to make choices, to express themselves and live as independently as possible. Your support and encouragement will assist individuals to run their own lives as much as possible – helping with personal care, supporting someone to engage with Sense activities, or enabling individuals to access their local community.

About you

Experience is not necessarily required as we are able to support you and provide you with an excellent induction. However, it is really important that you are able to demonstrate the right values and behaviours to enable you to make a difference to people’s lives.

About us

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Sense has a proven record of offering high quality, pioneering services

No agencies please.

To apply

Please use the link below to complete your application. Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates in relation to the Personal Specification; therefore it is very important you complete this section thoroughly.  We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines and job description (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work.  Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore, all offers of employment are subject to a number of checks including an enhanced DBS check where appropriate.

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Exciting opportunities for a career in mental health.

Peripatetic Crisis Recovery Worker
2 x Cambridge
1 x Peterborough
21 hours per week
6pm-1am evenings and weekends
Starting Salary: £13,884 per annum (£24,800 - £25,801 per annum, FTE)
NJC Salary Scale Point 19 - 21

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity.  Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

We are seeking individuals who have experience of supporting individuals through a mental health crisis. Using a strengths based approach, support is provided on a one to one basis ensuring a person-centred approach is maintained at all times.

You will be required to work 6pm to 1am, during the week or at weekends on a shift basis, with occasional travel across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

The successful post holder will have a non-judgement approach, be flexible to service needs as well as the individuals accessing it, and be able to manage clear boundaries.  You will also have a proven background in crisis recovery work.

These roles form part of the award winning work implemented by the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Crisis Care Concordat and the Urgent & Emergency Care Vanguard Project.

Closing date: Friday 6 March 2020, 9am
Interviews: Tuesday 17 March 2020 in Cambridge

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLICATION DETAILS' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY.

We will only accept complete applications, which should include: Application Form, Covering Letter and completed Equal Opportunities Form. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. 

We have a great opportunity for the role of Senior Recovery Worker within the Complex Needs Service.

Job Title: Senior Recovery Worker
Salary Grade: £22,250 - £23,165 per annum including Outer London Weighting (OLW) dependent on skills and experience
Responsible to: HMN Services Manager (Complex Needs & Crisis)
No. of Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Main Base/s: Welwyn Garden City with expectation to work across Hertfordshire

Background to the Post

Working in partnership with Turning Point and Herts Young Homeless to deliver the Complex Needs Service. To work as a key member of the team in delivering this service.  To support the line manager to meet the statutory requirements of the service specification and prepare for all internal and external service audits/ inspections.

Turning Point and Herts Young Homeless work as a partnership to provide community support to people recovering from mental health issues and additional complex needs, including substance misuse and learning disabilities.  The service will offer a range of support to promote personal recovery and independence including:

• 1:1 outreach support from dedicated Keyworker/co-worker providing solution-focused support with practical issues including such as finances/housing/employment.
• Crisis Planning – promoting self-management through individuals building an understanding of their own triggers/coping strategies.
• Active Referrals/Signposting – working with individuals to identify resources/services to meet their needs and providing appropriate support to access these effectively.
• Group-work – delivering courses that support self-management recovery, including: Mindfulness/Assertiveness/Keeping Well/Stress Management/Problem Solving/Crisis Management.
• Peer Support – Strength-based approach concentrating on the inherent strengths of an individual to aid recovery and empowerment.
• Extended dual diagnosis support
• Whole family approach

Purpose of Post

The purpose of the Hertfordshire Complex Needs Service Recovery Worker role is to:

• Improve mental wellbeing
• Reduce the use of police, ASB, tenancy enforcement, housing needs and environmental health services
• Improve health and wellbeing
• Improve access to early help
• Improve tenancy sustainment
• Provide support to access more appropriate services
• Provide support to build life skills, confidence, resilience, self-esteem and build social networks
• Provide support to reduce episodes of crisis
• Provide an assertive outreach approach for those who may have complex or multiple need
• To maintain and enhance service delivery standards and effectiveness

Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 9th March 2020 by 5pm.
Interviews shall take place on Friday 13th March 2020.

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the Apply button to be directed to the Herts Mind Network website where you can download the job decription and complete your application.

An approved Enhanced DBS check is required for this post

Hertfordshire Mind Network is an Equal Opportunity and Mindful Employer.

No agencies please.

Recruiting for a Waking Night Specialist Behavioural Support Worker to join our Learning Disabilities service in Welwyn Garden City!

GBP 14,820 per annum, 30 hours per week plus 25 days Annual Leave, Pension schemes, Staff discounts, healthcare and more

Waking Night Behavioural Specialist Support Workers are responsible for ensuring continuity of a support service at night and for keeping customers and the building safe. Welwyn Supported Living Service will be a new home for one customer with learning disabilities and Autism, and we are looking to build a staff team with an excellent value base to support the customer to build their new life and develop their skills as an independent person.

Key Responsibilities:

- Building a supportive, trusting relationship with the customer and creating a positive atmosphere;
- Supporting the customer in their preferred night time routine, including personal care and promoting good sleep hygiene;
- Supporting the customer to undertake activities in line with their preferences;
- Ensuring the customer's safety and wellbeing at night, providing emotional and practical support and reassurance as needed;
- Using positive behavioural support and Autism-specific approaches to manage any distress during night time hours;
- Working proactively with other members of the team to meet the needs of the customer and handle administrative responsibilities;
- Conducting key work sessions as required, that are innovative and engaging in order to achieve Support Plan goals;
- Ensuring ongoing assessment and management of risks associated with the customer within an attitude of 'positive risk taking';
- Ensuring appropriate handovers between shifts and documenting night time activity, including any incidents;
- Working in line with Look Ahead's lone working protocols and maintaining high levels of awareness in relation to the health and safety of yourself and colleagues
- Adhering to all other Look Ahead policies and procedure
- Engaging in learning and development activity to increase knowledge and skills
- Ad-hoc domestic / cleaning duties;
- Working as part of a team with Look Ahead colleagues, the customer's family and external professionals;
- Undertaking any other duties consistent with the grade and nature of the post as assigned by the Team Leader/Manager

This is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time and is subject to change in accordance with the needs of Look Ahead.

Person Specification:

- Enjoys social interaction and the company of others, joins in local activities to encourage customer involvement
- Exudes a warm friendly presence and open behaviour
- Prefers working as part of a group or team
- Is fundamentally calm and resilient, does not let emotion adversely affect them or obscure their judgement
- Has a practical and logical mind and is naturally well organized
- Able to apply the right balance of care and support dependant on the needs of the customer
- Thrives on change and enjoys dynamic diverse environments
- Is confident with high levels of self-esteem
- Is respectful, articulate and sensitive in style of communication
- Is motivated towards excellence and improvement of personal performance with a can do attitude
- Ability to cope positively with challenging and diverse behaviour
- Ability to adhere to Look Ahead's professional boundaries policy

Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

Essential:

- NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent with little or some previous relevant sector work experience

Desirable:

- Driving Licence

Please note that we have the right to close any vacancy before the advertised closing date if we have received a high number of applications.

If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.

12 month Fixed Term Contract

This is a unique role, Outreach Advisor , and a dual focussed opportunity working across partnerships to work with residents in one of Harlow Town’s Permitted developments at Templefields.  In line with this you will develop a Residents Association in partnership with the Local Authority whilst in this role.

Location: You will be based at Templefields and the main Citizens Advice in Harlow

Advice and Casework 

• To provide advice and casework on the full range of enquiry areas particularly Welfare Benefits, Debt and Housing 

• To be able to support clients with a clear plan of action to enable them to take action for themselves and to advocate for those who need practical assistance to progress their case

• To produce detailed case records for the purpose of continuity of casework, statistical monitoring and report preparation. 

• Provide representation of cases to the appropriate statutory bodies, tribunals and courts as appropriate and negotiate with third parties as appropriate. 

• Assist clients where necessary by calculating, negotiating, drafting or writing letter and telephoning. 

• Assist clients with other related problems where they are an integral part of their case and refer to other advisers or specialist agencies as appropriate. 

Research & Campaigns 

• Assist with research and campaigns work by providing information about clients’ circumstances. 

• Provide statistical information and provide regular reports to the organisations management. 

Professional Development 

• Keep up to date with legislation, case law, policies and procedures relating to specified area and undertaking appropriate training. 

• Attend relevant internal and external meetings as agreed with the line manager. 

Developing a Residents Association 

• In conjunction with the local authority, design and deliver promotional literature to explain the benefits of a Residents Association at Templefields permitted development in Harlow. 

• Through casework establish a group of residents who wish to participate in the development of a Residents Association and organise workshops on site and arrange for local authority participation.

• Continue to promote the benefits and raising awareness by helping residents and individuals understand the purpose and increase sense of belonging in the community. 

Administration  

• Use IT for statistical recording, record keeping and document production. 

• Maintain a library of reference material and case law. 

In line with national policy a successful candidate will be screened by the DBS.  Once trained you will be committed to the aims, principles and policies of the Citizens Advice service in every aspect of service delivery.

Exciting new opportunity at CPSL Mind for a Peer & Volunteering Manager.

Peer & Volunteering Manager
Based in St Neots with travel across Cambridgeshire & Peterborough
Hours: 30 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £21,055 per annum (£26,317 pa FTE)
NJC Salary Scale Point 22

Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and South Lincolnshire (CPSL) Mind is a progressive and expanding mental health charity. Our vision is a society in which everyone has positive mental health and feels part of a connected community.

We are seeking an experienced volunteer manager to lead a team of volunteers across CPSL Mind services across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. This post will lead on the recruitment, placement and retention of volunteers across our Good Life, Changing Lives and Perinatal services, and to encourage and support the personal development of our volunteers and peer team.

The successful post holder will be able to build capacity in our volunteering and peer led services in line with the developmental needs of the organisation, and to demonstrate the impact of our services. You should be passionate about promoting positive mental health, be able to demonstrate robust managerial experience and have excellent verbal communication skills.

Closing date: 09:00 Thursday 5th March 2020
Interviews: Friday 13th March 2020

PLEASE PRESS THE 'APPLY NOW' BUTTON FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO APPLY

Please read the person specification and job description for details and relate to the person specification in your application.
We will only accept complete applications, which should include: Application Form, Covering Letter and your completed Equality & Diversity Monitoring form. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

No agencies please. 

Prospectus is excited to be working with a fantastic charity, supporting families in need. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks each day, including allocating families, supporting families, checking facilities, completing spot-checks, filling in data spreadsheets and writing letters. You will be expected to get stuck in and work together as a team. Offering the families a high level of service and support.

The purpose of the position is to work across accommodation which supports families at a time of need. You will play a vital role in offering them support that will alleviate the stress of needing accommodation while they are locally based, using a family health service. As one of the Social Care Assistants, you will play a part in the day to day running of the accommodation, supporting the families and making sure they have adequate facilities and support. Duties will also include preparing for the arrival of families, welcoming the parents/guardians, introducing them to the facilities available to them. You will work closely with the local hospital, prioritising the allocation of accommodation effectively, and consistently acting in a confidential and safe manner, as well as liaising directly with families, addressing and resolving any concerns.

To apply for this role, you must be warm, approachable, and deeply empathetic, with experience ideally of supporting families in difficult situations, or in a position that has transferable skills. Previous experience as a Care Worker or Support Assistant would suit this position.

You must have basic IT skills (in Excel and Word), in order to complete spreadsheets and track data, and send letters where required. You will be an effective, calm problem-solver, with the ability to prioritise and manage your own workload.

This is a highly rewarding position within a lovely, friendly, supportive environment. There is a huge amount of variety in this position and each day will be different!

The position is available to start immediately for the successful applicant or once your current notice has been completed. This is a permanent position and will be subject to rights to work checks, appropriate references being received and an enhanced DBS check.

Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Victim Navigator - Victim Support
Office/Field Based (Covering Essex)

About Us

Justice and Care is a charity dedicated to saving lives and breaking the grip of slavery. We rescue victims of slavery and human trafficking, empowering them to rebuild their lives.

We work with the police to pursue and dismantle criminal networks, secure communities at risk from traffickers and spark systematic change.

So far, we have saved 4,753 lives, enabled 1,150 arrests and given care and protection to 3,527 survivors. We are eager to do more and have launched a European anti-trafficking and slavery programme, working with governments, law enforcement agencies and other NGOs to fight crime and care for victims.

We are now looking for a Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Victim Navigator to join this programme on a two year contract. You will work in partnership with Essex Police within their serious crime directorate to support adult victims of slavery, trafficking and other forms of exploitation.

The Benefits

- Salary of up to £35,000 DOE per annum
- Private healthcare
- Pension
- Support a ground-breaking charity that is restoring lives

You will have the chance to act as a bridge between victims and police efforts that will bring exploiters to justice and support the victims to rebuild their lives.

While this is a two year post, we have ambitions to do more and expect this role to develop further once the contract has finished, giving you the opportunity to help even more people in need.

The Role

As a Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Victim Navigator, you will work with Essex Police to engage with victims of modern slavery and human trafficking (MSHT) and support them in reclaiming their lives.

Reporting to the Operational Support Co-ordinator, your role will involve:

- Managing a caseload of victims linked to police efforts
- Identifying neutral locations to meet and engage with victims
- Providing independent advocacy to victims, helping them navigate services, benefits and the advice they need across local or national providers
- Providing strategic advice on victim engagement across investigations
- Delivering training to Essex Police officers on victim awareness and best practice victim engagement

About You

To join us as a Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Victim Navigator, you will need:

- At least five years’ experience of working within the public sector and supporting victims of violent crimes or modern slavery and/or human trafficking 
- Experience of working with front line professionals from a number of sectors, particularly the police 
- Previous experience within international modern slavery and human trafficking victim support 
- The ability to build or co-ordinate anti-slavery or victim support multi-agency partnerships 
- A full driving licence and the ability to travel and work unsociable hours 

Please note, due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be subject to security vetting, which will include confirming your eligibility to work and live in the UK.

This role is aligned to public protection, law enforcement, victim support, case management, case working, and international case management, as well as the roles of Anti-Trafficking Officer and Victim Advocate.

The closing date for applications is the 6th March 2020. 

Webrecruit and Justice and Care are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

So, if you’re looking for your next step as a Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Victim Navigator, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.