Community Connector Workers x4 Hours: 37 Hours per week Salary: £25,000 - £27,444 Per Annum Pro Rata (dependant on skills, knowledge and experience) Contract: Permanent Base: Location will be specific to one of the three: Reading, Wokingham and West Berkshire. With some flexibility to support gaps Benefits: 28 days annual leave bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, flexible working and great discounts and cash back card schemes NHS 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 assessment Work with patients to support them in identifying their socially determined needs and goals, provide self- management tools and facilitate the development of personal support plans Provide a range of motivational and structured psycho-social interventions Promote independence through an enabling asset-based approach that draws on individuals’ strengths, preferences and ‘natural’ support networks Assist 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 needed Promote and support (where necessary) advised follow up actions from physical health checks for people with SMI Work with the service to identify opportunities to expand provision particularly in local communities where there is a lack of service provision identified Broker and establish new partnerships between public and voluntary sector agencies to enhance service delivery and access to services Develop and sustain professional relationships with service users, partner agencies and appropriate external agencies What’s essential? An understanding of good practice in safeguarding Adults Experience of working within mental health, wellbeing or similar environments Experience of working in a demanding environment Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively Experience of working with individuals, enabling them to identify their own goals to support personal wellbeing and recovery, and helping them to pursue these Ability to work both collaboratively and independently Excellent listening and interpersonal skills Ability to confidently use IT systems and software at a basic level Ability to travel to different sites daily to deliver face-to-face sessions across the Berkshire region. Good planning and organisational skills We want you to know that your application is welcome. 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 disappointment Shortlisting date: Tuesday 26th April 2024 Interview date: Tuesday 30th April & Wednesday 1st May 2024 Interview location: TBC Why work for us? We offer a friendly working environment and are committed to staff wellbeing We are devoted to equity, diversity, inclusion, and equality, with staff working groups and support groups We are an Oxford Living Wage employer Here 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 scheme Flexible working including; hybrid working, part time, compressed hours Ensuring growth and development of our people along their career journey Free support package from Health Assured for you and your family Great 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.