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, we are looking for someone like you to join team at Moor View Nursing Home in Halifax and support the people who use our service. Not only are we committed to putting them at the heart of everything we do, we recognise they should be involved in decisions that affect their future too. That’s why we need you to inspire and support them to lead their own recovery. So, whether it’s helping to come up with a personal support plan that will see them achieve their goals and aspirations, developing domestic and finance management skills or accessing work, leisure or educational opportunities, your empathy, enthusiasm and compassion will have every chance to shine. Entering accurate case notes onto our IT system will be important too. And, when it comes to regularly liaising with GP surgeries, the local council, charities etc. or promoting the service within the community, again, we'll count on you.

The chances are, you already work in the mental health field. What is for certain is that you’re 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. Oh and you’re happy working independently or, as a valued member of our team, being part of a weekly rota system and available for on call duties.

The salary is £16,693.00 with progression to £17,230.00 per annum. In addition the successful candidates will receive a £1,500 Golden Hello payment!

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

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.

An exciting opportunity with Ilkley Community Enterprise,  a dynamic and award-winning local charity that is undergoing significant growth and development. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced individual with a
passion for positive change for people with learning disabilities (our members)

Outside the Box (OTB) provides a range of services and activities all designed to enable and support people with a learning disability to lead more independent, fulfilled and healthier lives. In 2020, we are relocating OTB café to substantially larger premises:  this will drive and support our further expansion of OTB including increasing the number of people with learning disabilities that we engage and support and our customer base.

Adults and young people with a learning disability are at the heart of what we do at OTB: they are our ‘members’ and a critical part of the overall OTB Team. We work with our members, their parents/carers, and others involved in their lives, to help them to fulfil their potential, to learn and achieve their goals. Members participate in OTB café to learn new skills, improve confidence and self-esteem, achieve qualifications, gain meaningful experience of the world of work and as appropriate progress into paid employment.  The café currently supports c. 50 members and we have a team of 3 part time Support Workers with 3 additional bank relief support workers. 

We have recently restructured the OTB staff team, bringing additional expertise and resources to help support our growth:  this role of Senior Support Worker is part of this new team and offers an exciting opportunity for the right person to develop our work and impact as well as their own career.  

Senior Support Worker

Outside the Box Cafe 

30 hours (may involve some weekend and evening work)

To ensure the delivery of personalised support, learning and development that enables all our members to gain maximum benefit from their involvement with OTB. You will provide frontline service delivery within the café, providing direct hands on support to our members (for at least one-two days per week).

In addition you will supervise and support the Café Support Worker Team, working closely with the OTB Skills and Employment Manager, Operations Director and other staff to: plan and deliver Team supervision, guidance, rota coordination and leadership; and to help ensure high quality and impactful support services to all café members.

Please find a copy of the job descrtiption and details of how to apply. 

Closing Date: Tuesday 29th October

Touchstone (registered charity No. 1012053) is a leading voluntary sector agency providing high quality services to improve the health and wellbeing of local people.

Community Support Team Worker
Salary: starting at £24,313 pa/pro rata, NJC Scale Points 18 – 23
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: This role is fixed term until 31 May 2020
Location: Leeds

The Community Support Team supports people with mental health problems who have been excluded from other services due to difficult or challenging behaviour and/or lack of suitable resources to meet their needs.

Working in the community with a flexible approach, the Team provides individual and group support to service users living in their own home, or with carers, and those who are homeless.

You will need to have experience of mental health work, in a residential, day care, nursing or community setting. A relevant qualification is also desirable.

Closing Date: 3 November 2019
Interview: 14 November 2019

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website where you can download the application pack.

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone.

Touchstone is a Trans Positive employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, a Mindful Employer, has been granted the Positive about Disabled People mark and Investors in People Platinum.

No agencies please.

Purpose of the role:

Do you want to work somewhere that no two days are the same,

where you make a difference to people`s lives?
...and one that values yours?

Yes? Work for us - The WEA. Create real change, and be a part of something bigger.

We have a new and exciting role for a Research Manager to join our Education Team

Key areas of responsibility:

The post involves close working with a range of staff and volunteers including the Association Services Quality team, business development and Regional Education Managers.

The post-holder is the key staff member responsible for ensuring the Association is effective and efficient in its activities around outcome and impact measurement, whilst maintaining a culture of learning, reflection and continuous improvement.

About you:

Postgraduate degree in Social Research Methods.

Experience of carrying out and managing qualitative and quantitative research in an adult education context.

Experience of team leadership, line management and effective performance management of staff.

Ability to manage budgets and resources.

Experience of research consultation and advice

Experience of supporting bids and generating income through external funding contracts

Experience of disseminating research to different audiences using a variety of methods

Knowledge of and commitment to the Association’s mission, vision and values.

Ability to develop and maintain effective controls to safeguard and maintain the Association’s integrity and continuity

Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to respond appropriately to a wide variety of people in different situations

Advanced level knowledge and skills in using research tools and software such as SPSS, NViVo

Strong project management skills

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

VoiceAbility are recruiting for an advocate to join our Bradford team, a 22.5 hour per week, part time, permanent position is available. VoiceAbility supports people who face disadvantage or discrimination to have a voice that counts. Providing advocacy and user involvement services across England, VoiceAbility is a growing organisation working with people who are vulnerable or marginalised to raise their voices and have their rights respected.

About the role:

Advocates support people who may be marginalised or vulnerable to speak up and be heard. Their work strengthens voices, supports human rights and changes lives. Advocacy can be vital for people who cannot speak up for themselves, or people who feel they do not have the power to do so. Advocates work in the front line delivering positive outcomes for the people they support. Advocates will support and enable service users’ understanding of their options. Advocates empower individuals to communicate their views in decision making processes, supporting them to make challenges when necessary and asking pertinent questions on the person’s behalf where they are unable to do so for themselves.

The role will is office based with travel across Bradford to care homes, hospitals, and clients’ homes.

Location: Office based Bradford.

Hours: 1 x 22.5 hour per week post.

Benefits: 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays; 5% employer pension & 3% employee contribution; Salary sacrifice pension scheme; Separate Life Assurance Cover; Staff discount scheme including supermarkets, fashion, restaurants, cinemas, holidays and much more; Discounted Gym Membership; Cycle to Work; Employee Assistance programme; Supportive working environment fostering a good work/life balance; Support with professional development.

Closing date for applications: 13th November 2019

Interviews: 20th November 2019

About you:

• Be passionate about empowering and enabling individuals to have their wishes, feelings, beliefs, and needs taken into account when decisions are made about their care

• Demonstrate excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills

• Have the ability to engage with people with complex needs and communication difficulties

• Be experienced in influencing and working with health and social care professionals, legal services, care staff, family members etc.

• Be able to build good relationships with clients, health and social care professionals, legal professionals and carers

• Be able to identify and act appropriately where issues of safeguarding individuals arise

• Have strong IT skills to accurately record information in line with policy and current data standards

• Be experienced in working with marginalised and vulnerable adults and/or children

• Be able to research complex and sensitive issues independently, using case law, national policy and guidance for advocates to work for resolution of issues

• Be able to work to tight and changing deadlines

• Be able to work independently

• Hold a full, clean UK driving licence and have access to own vehicle. There is extensive travel involved in the role

Desirable skills or experience:

• Hold or be working towards Independent Advocacy Qualification.

• Knowledge and experience of the, Care Act (2014) and Mental Capacity Act (2007),The Principles of Human Rights and Advocacy, and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. Mental Health Act (1983, revised 2007).

We welcome in particular applications from suitable candidates from Asian, Black Minority Ethnic backgrounds.

NB If you don't already hold the Independent Advocacy Qualification, it is a requirement of that you complete this within 12 months of commencing employment.

You may have experience of the following: Advocate, Vulnerable Adults, Social Worker, Healthcare, Policy, Legislation, Support Worker, Charity, Third Sector etc. Advice & Guidance

How to Apply:

To apply for this role, please visit our website to complete the online application and upload your CV detailing your work history.

Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity for people affected by crime in England and Wales. We work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and respect they deserve.

Your primary role will be to provide a pro-active service primarily to children and young victims of sexual violence and adults as required within and outside the criminal justice system, throughout West Yorkshire. This involves risk assessment, helping clients access their rights, along with health and other services they require, monitoring and keeping victims informed of case progress and providing support through the criminal justice system.

You must have extensive experience of planning and delivering caseloads, with strong crisis management skills and an understanding of the needs of children and young victims that have experiencing sexual violence. You must have experience of risk assessment, support planning and risk management with children and young people and an understanding of CSE and how this affects the lives of children and families. An approved and accredited ISVA qualification is a distinct advantage or the willingness to complete the training is a requirement for this post.

You will be required to attend relevant meetings and will provide regular reports to your line manager and also undertake talks and presentations to local groups and agencies on the work of Victim Support, developing networks and partnerships and increasing the role of the service in the community. Good IT skills, knowledge of criminal justice issues and an understanding of the effects a court appearance can have on victims and witnesses of crime are also essential. You will be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with people from all areas of the community and be able to assist with the monitoring, evaluation and administration of written statistical reports on the project management for our external funders.

The post is subject to successful completion of a six month probationary period. The successful candidate will require an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and police vetting prior to commencing employment. As this position will require travel it is expected that you will have access to transport and a full driving licence. As a diverse employer, we welcome male applicants

Victim Support offers competitive rewards and benefits including pension and life assurance, 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), voluntary benefits such as season ticket loans and the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing world-class services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change.

Applications should be explicit enough to provide good evidence against the shortlisting criteria, which are marked in the person specification as (s). In order to apply, please create a profile in our website (jobs section), complete and submit an online application form.

If the vacancy has not specified the essential criteria for shortlisting, please use this section to express how your experience and skills are relevant for the role. If you have the drive to make a difference within an organisation which makes a difference we look forward to hearing from you.

Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks will be required.

Victim Support takes pride in being a diverse organisation, enriched by the participation of all individuals and communities. Diversity matters and we value it.

Based in an inner city multi-racial area of Leeds, Chapeltown Citizens Advice provides a comprehensive advice service from its main office and outreaches.

Caseworker/Generalist Adviser (2 Posts)

Part time, 21.75 hours (3 days)                                                                                 

Fixed term contract until 31st March 2021

You should have recent experience, full or part time equivalent, paid or unpaid, of advising clients and carrying casework within a generalist advice work setting including recent experience and a good working knowledge of all aspects of welfare rights advice. You will carry and manage your own caseload.

Caseworker/Generalist Adviser for people with Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (LDD)

The LDD project will present you with an exciting opportunity to maintain and develop a quality generalist advice service tailored to meet the specific needs of people with Learning Difficulties/Disabilities in a variety of locations - including home visits, across the City. These sessions will provide advice to people with Learning Difficulties / Disabilities and their carers.

For this position you should have knowledge and experience of working with people with learning difficulties/disabilities.

Caseworker/Generalist Adviser to Liver Transplant Pathway Patients, St James’ University Hospital, Leeds (LTPP)

The LTPP project will present you with an exciting opportunity to maintain and develop a quality generalist advice service tailored to meet the specific needs to Liver Transplant Pathway Patients, St James’ University Hospital, Leeds.

For this position you should have experience and knowledge of working in a healthcare setting with patients who have serious health conditions.

Enhanced level DBS check: because these advisers will work closely with vulnerable clients an enhanced DBS check will be required for all successful applicants.

Closing date: 4th November 2019 at 4pm

Please note we will only be contacting shortlisted applicants. If you have not heard by 13/11/19 please assume you have not been successful.

Touchstone (registered charity No. 1012053) is a leading voluntary agency, providing high quality services to improve the health and  wellbeing of local people.

IAPT Employment Advisor
£23,187 pa/pro rata
37 hours per week
This role is fixed term until 30 September 2020

Leeds IAPT consists of 4 partners, Leeds Community Healthcare, Touchstone, Northpoint and Community Links. Together we have delivered the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme in Leeds since 2009. Northpoint Wellbeing is leading on the Employment Advisor project on behalf of the wider Leeds IAPT partnership.

The integrated Employment Advice service promotes ease of referrals from IAPT practitioners, and provides timely, confidential and impartial support for IAPT patients who require additional interventions based on their employment needs. It’s a service which will addresses the emotional challenges of continuing in, starting, or resuming work, through providing integrated psychological treatment and employment support.

Leeds Employment Advisors in IAPT programme: Background Information

The Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) programme began in 2008 and has transformed treatment of adult anxiety disorders and depression in England. In Leeds, around 13,000 people now access IAPT services each year, and the Five Year Forward View for Mental Health committed to expanding services further, alongside improving quality.

In 2019 Leeds IAPT service was funded to participate in a national Employment Advisors in IAPT pilot scheme. The main focus of the pilot has been to support people using IAPT talking therapies by providing practical advice and interventions to help them retain or enter sustainable new employment.

At its foundation in 2008, one of the objectives of the IAPT initiative was to increase the availability of talking therapies to individuals absent from work through mental health difficulties whose aim was to return to employment. IAPT also recognised that offering therapeutic interventions could act as a preventative measure to employees taking time off work for symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced employment support professional to be part of a developing service which will improve the quality of life for people with common mental health problems. Touchstone are recruiting to 1 post of an Employment advisor. This role will be managed through a matrix management model which is currently delivered by Touchstone and Northpoint Wellbeing.

The role will involve working across multiple sites across Leeds. Depending on further funding from the Department of Work and Pensions the successful candidate would be expected to attend a University Course through Liverpool John Moore University alongside the role.

The post holder will be based within the Touchstone IAPT team currently consisting of 10 CBT Therapists, 1 Trainee CBT Therapist, 1 Senior PWP, 2 Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners, 3 Employment Advisors, 2 Trainee PWP’s, 1.5 Administrators, a Team Manager and a Deputy Manager.

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone. We also recognise that BAME communities are under-represented in the Leeds IAPT workforce. We are therefore especially keen to receive applications from under- represented communities. This is a core part of our service vision and values, as we strive to reflect the communities that we serve.

Closing Date:  1 November 2019
Interview Date:  20 November 2019

TO APPLY AND FOR MORE INFORMATION:

If you would like to find out more about this position and to apply, please click the button to be directed to our website where you can download the application pack.

Touchstone is an equal opportunities organisation, a Trans Positive employer and applications are welcome from all sections of the community, particularly LGBT communities and/or people with disabilities who are under-represented within Touchstone.

No agencies please.

Hampton Crescent is a 40 flat Extra Care Service in East Leeds, this site has a vibrant and established care team providing compassionate support to people under your management.  The service always has support cover in place during the day and operates waking night support to clients should they need it.  The service is registered with the CQC as delivering Personal Care and has good systems and processes in place to ensure that a quality service is delivered consistently.  You will need to fulfil the role of registered manager with the CQC for this service and meet the expectations of the local authority commissioners and the contract that unpins the service.

You will have the values and commitment to lead the staff team to provide the highest standards of customer care and person-centred service delivery and to promote independence, choice and wellbeing. The role will involve the operational management of the service and the direct supervision of Senior Support Workers.

You will be expected to work effectively with families and other agencies and to maintain a positive and trusting relationship with the on-site Housing Scheme Managers.  You will need skills in contract and relationship management. You will undertake quality assurance checks at the service to ensure compliance with essential standards of care, this is a busy service and therefore you will need to be hard working, accountable and have strong organisational skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in partnership with other agencies to provide a holistic and joined up approach for meeting the needs of older adults. You will respond to referrals, undertake assessments and take part in allocation processes.  You will ensure that each person moving into the service has a personalised care plan which ensures that their needs and preferences are met.

You will have relevant skills, knowledge and at least three years management experience gained in the care and support of older people in settings such as Extra Care, home care or residential care. You will have previous experience of staff supervision and management.  You will be expected to bring a warm, caring and person-centred approach to your work and to be able to work collaboratively with our service users and their families.  You will demonstrate a commitment to re-ablement principles and to promoting dignity and independence.

Team Manager – Social Care

You will join our client as a Team Manager who will manage the day-to-day running services in Halifax and Bradford.

Team Manager Responsibilities:

Here, they provide a supported housing service for people with Learning Disabilities and some mental health problems. But they need your help in order to provide the very best Person Centred Support. As well as ensuring the quality of service and support provided to people who use our clients services, they’ll rely on you to manage service contracts, 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 their business development team, one thing’s certain – you won't be short of challenge and variety.

Team Manager Requirements:

- Substantial experience gained managing a caseload of individuals with complex needs is a given, as well as being values and outcome driven, able to lead by example using your firm, Values Driven but inclusive management style.
- You’re transparent 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 and solutions driven, even better, although it's not essential as we offer an extensive induction and training program for managers.

About our client:

They're a leading, high quality social care provider for people with complex needs in the North West of England. With a background of over 18 years’ experience, they're a well-respected and highly regarded provider of specialist services tailored to the needs of individuals with complex needs.

They pride ourselves on working in partnership with individuals, their families, commissioners and local communities to develop personalised services which are tailored to fit the individuals they support. They also want to promote the independence of the people they support by providing opportunities to work with and in local communities.

Location: West Yorkshire (Halifax & Bradford)

Job type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: £21,000 to £25,500 per annum

You may have experience of the following: Social Care Manager, Care Team Manager, Supported Housing Manager, Care Home Team Manager, Care Home Manager, Care Team Leader, Care Supervisor, Senior Care Assistant, Support Worker, etc,

Ref: 89811

Fixed Term Contract until 31st March 2021
£19,847 - £23,350 (please note successful candidates should expect to be appointed at the starting point of the salary scale and consideration will be given to a higher salary depending on the experience of the individual)
St Giles Office in Leeds

Are you a driven, positive and highly organised individual with natural people skills? Then join St Giles Trust as a Trainer Assessor and you will be embarking on a highly rewarding and career-enhancing position.

About us

An ambitious, well-established charity that helps people facing adversity to find jobs, homes and the right support they need. Central to our ethos is our belief that people with first-hand experience of successfully overcoming issues such as an offending background, homelessness, addictions and gang involvement, hold the key to positive change in others. 

We firmly believe that Peer Advisors bring something special to our services, increasing engagement, having more time to spend with clients and becoming role models to their peers. The Trust makes a strong commitment to our Peer Advisors so that they too are supported on their own journey, and our Peer Advisors have an excellent record in progressing into work.

About this key role

You will provide a high level service to individuals with lived experience whilst working towards their NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance.  You will engage and support individual to achieve their qualification and progress onto further opportunities and sustainable employment.  You will also work as part of a larger Trainer Assessor Team which is at the heart of the Peer Advisor Network ensuring excellent standards are maintained in terms of qualification delivery.

You will be responsible for supporting our Peer Advisors throughout their training and as their journey progresses on to securing employment.  You will work as part of a wider Hub Team that provide work placement co-ordination and employment support.  You will be required to work closely with other organisations who host work placement to build and maintain excellent working relationships.

To secure this exciting opportunity, you must have:

• Experience of supervising, supporting and providing guidance to staff
• A relevant Assessors qualification, or be working towards this
• A Level 3 Award in Education and Training or equivalent teaching qualification, plus a Level 3 Award in Advice and Guidance or equivalent experience in the field
• A proven track record in supporting clients into employment and achieving employment targets
• Experience of delivering creative training to disadvantaged learners
• Strong IT, organisational and time-management skills
• Calm, flexible and adaptable, you must be an excellent communicator, both verbal and written
• Sympathy with the aims and ethos of St Giles as an organisation

In return, you can expect a competitive salary and generous leave allowance, staff pension scheme, flexible working, a mentoring programme, an advice and counselling service, season ticket loan and much more besides.

For further information, or to apply, please visit our website via the ‘Apply’ button.

Closing date: 11pm, 28th October 2019. Interviews: 11th November 2019