Mental Health Advisor - Plymouth, United Kingdom - Plymouth University

Plymouth University

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Plymouth, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of Mental Health Advisors who carry out 1:1 assessments, deliver projects, provide mental health expertise to senior fauclty staff as well as delivering personal development groups.

You will:
- hold a relevant professional qualification such as Registered Mental Health Nurse/Community Psychiatric Nurse/Social Worker/Occupational Therapist/Probation Officer and/or substantial experience of providing mental health advice and assessment to vulnerable adults
- have significant experience of providing mental health support services within a demanding environment such as HE/FE, NHS, Social Work or voluntary sector to clients with moderate to severe mental health difficulties
- have experience of crisis management and coping with stressful and sometimes life threatening situations
- have knowledge and competence in assessing psychological distress and risk with clients, including suicidal behaviour.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

This role will require a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 2 years due to business demand.

Flexible working options including job share will be considered.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work.

To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.