Job Description
Join our team at Alexandra Wellbeing House, where we're committed to revolutionising mental health care in partnership with Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals experiencing acute emotional distress, we invite you to explore the exciting opportunity of becoming a Wellbeing Practitioner.
What You'll Do:
- Collaborative Pathway Development: Partner with NHS Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Teams to deliver operational pathways that guide service delivery, ensuring seamless transitions within the service.
- Empowerment and Support: Serve as a beacon of empowerment and support for individuals accessing our service, providing personalised non-clinical wellbeing support and safety plans tailored to their unique circumstances.
- Compassionate Guidance: Offer compassionate guidance and assistance to those navigating acute emotional distress, offering integrated solutions that prioritise their wellbeing and autonomy.
Why Join Us:
- Innovative Approach: Be part of a pioneering team delivering the Alexandra Wellbeing House Service for people experiencing acute emotional distress.
- Personalised Support: As a Wellbeing Practitioner, you'll have the opportunity to provide personalised support and safety plans, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those accessing our service.
- Guidance and Support: Work closely with our experienced leadership and management team, receiving guidance and support to excel in your role and contribute to the success of our service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Delivery of Wellbeing House Service: Deliver the Wellbeing House service to individuals accessing the service, guided by the Leadership and Management Team, ensuring adherence to established protocols and standards.
* Collaborative Partnership: Work in partnership with Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Teams within the NHS and counselling services within S&G Mind to develop and implement referral, assessment, and outcome pathways within specified timeframes for people experiencing acute emotional distress and/or self-harm and self-injury.
* Person-Centered Support Provision: Provide person-centered support to individuals accessing the service, conducting assessments to identify strengths, co-producing clear and achievable goals, and implementing safety planning strategies to promote well-being.
* Health and Safety Maintenance: Take responsibility for maintaining health and safety standards within the Wellbeing House, including cleaning and upkeep to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for people accessing our service.
* Promotion and Networking: Actively promote the Alexandra Wellbeing House service by engaging with external stakeholders, raising awareness of the service, and strengthening existing relationships to ensure broader community engagement and support.
* Facilitation of Therapeutic Groups: Set up and lead groups aimed at improving mental health and well-being within Alexandra Wellbeing House, fostering a supportive environment for individuals to share experiences, learn coping skills, and build resilience.
* ICT Systems Management: Utilise ICT systems appropriately and ensure adherence to high internal standards of data recording, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures, to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
* Creating a Welcoming Environment: Participate in fostering a welcoming, friendly, and empowering atmosphere within the service, ensuring that individuals accessing the service feel valued, respected, and supported throughout their interactions.