Community Connector Workers - London, United Kingdom - Oxfordshire Mind
Description
Community Connector Workers x4Hours:37 Hours per weekSalary: £25,000 - £27,444 Per Annum Pro Rata (dependant on skills, knowledge and experience)Contract:
PermanentBase: Location will be specific to one of the three:Reading,WokinghamandWest Berkshire.
With some flexibility to support gapsBenefits:28 days annual leave + bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, flexible working and great discounts and cash back card schemesNHS England have awarded funding for NHS, Local Authorities, and the voluntary sector to increase their capacity for joint working to meet multiple needs of communities.
Working in partnership across Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust, you will support the testing of new and integrated models of primary and community mental health care.
Community Connectors will support patients to access a wide range of community services and resources including social care, housing, family, debt and employment counselling that support maintaining good health and wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities:
Work jointly with the Mental Health Practitioner in conducting assessments, including risk assessmentWork with patients to support them in identifying their socially determined needs and goals, provide self- management tools and facilitate the development of personal support plansProvide a range of motivational and structured psycho-social interventionsPromote independence through an enabling asset-based approach that draws on individuals strengths, preferences and natural support networksAssist with community resource mapping exercises and maintain a database of community resources; map where there are gaps in provision across the PCN and wider geography and work with other VCS organisations to develop resources where most neededPromote and support (where necessary) advised follow up actions from physical health checks for people with SMIWork with the service to identify opportunities to expand provision particularly in local communities where there is a lack of service provision identifiedBroker and establish new partnerships between public and voluntary sector agencies to enhance service delivery and access to servicesDevelop and sustain professional relationships with service users, partner agencies and appropriate external agenciesWhats essential?An understanding of good practice in safeguarding AdultsExperience of working within mental health, wellbeing or similar environmentsExperience of working in a demanding environmentAbility to work as part of a team and communicate effectivelyExperience of working with individuals, enabling them to identify their own goals to support personal wellbeing and recovery, and helping them to pursue theseAbility to work both collaboratively and independentlyExcellent listening and interpersonal skillsAbility to confidently use IT systems and software at a basic levelAbility to travel to different sites daily to deliver face-to-face sessions across the Berkshire region.
We welcome applications from people of all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Closing date:
This post will close as soon as a sufficient number of applicants have been received and all posts have been filled so please apply ASAP to avoid disappointmentShortlisting date:Tuesday 26th April 2024Interview date:Tuesday 30th April & Wednesday 1st May 2024Interview location:TBCWhy work for us?We offer a friendly working environment and are committed to staff wellbeingWe are devoted to equity, diversity, inclusion, and equality, with staff working groups and support groupsWe are an Oxford Living Wage employerHere is a taste of what we offer:Generous holiday allowance, 28 days plus 8 bank holidays, increasing after 5 years (pro rata)Contribute to pension schemeFlexible working including; hybrid working, part time, compressed hoursEnsuring growth and development of our people along their career journeyFree support package from Health Assured for you and your familyGreat discounts and cash back card schemes
Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role.Interested?If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position.
We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Oxfordshire Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
We therefore require a Disclosure and Barring Service check, for all our roles. The level of which will vary depending on the nature of the role.No agencies please.
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