Salary: £25,958 per annum with progression up to £28,662 per annum (pro rata based on hours worked)
Hours: 2 x 15.5 hours, 1 x 13 hours, 1 x 10 hours
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who are dedicated to the principles of social inclusion, to work with adults with mental health needs and to support people in distress and in need of immediate support.
We have 4 roles available in our York Haven, providing crisis support to people in our community. The service is open Monday to Friday 6pm - 10pm, Saturday & Sunday 2pm - 10pm, working hours will be on a rota to ensure cover during service opening hours
About the role
You will be part of a small team supporting people in a crisis drop-in centre.
We are a non-clinical service, providing support to reduce immediate distress to those at risk of self-harm, suicide or experiencing trauma.
Our service provides information, safety planning and signposting for clients, their families, and carers to meet their holistic needs.
You will work closely with mental health primary and secondary care, emergency services, partners agencies.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will be educated to a minimum NVQ Level 3 (A-level, BTEC National Diploma or QCF Level 3), in Health and Social Care, Mental Health, Psychology, Counselling or related subject, or be willing to complete an appropriate Level 3 qualification within 12 months of starting.
You need to have an awareness of, or lived experience, of supporting people with mental ill health. You will have previous experience of working within mental health services, and previous experience within a crisis setting is desirable, with demonstrated skills and abilities to help others identify and overcome barriers.
to need to be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proactive and highly motivated attitude.
You will need the ability to prioritise work and be responsible for administrative tasks.
For more information, please read the Job Description and Person Specification
Closing Date: 15th June 2025
Interviews: Week Commencing 23rd June 2025
What we offer
You will go through our comprehensive training program in your first weeks of employment which will give you the tools you need to succeed in the role.
* Competitive salaries, with an annual pay review process
* 25 days Annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays
* Enhanced Occupational Sick pay
* Access to our workplace pension scheme
* Family friendly and flexible working arrangements to support a good work life balance
* Access to our Wellbeing Offer - including EAP, Virtual GP service and wellbeing resources
* Life Assurance and Free Will writing service
* Blue Light Card and Charity Workers discounts
* Access to Tickets for Good
* Employee recognition and celebration schemes
* A tailored induction programme, bespoke Personal Development and Career Pathways to support you in your role and your career aspirations
* In addition, you will work with people who are passionate about supporting individuals in their day to day lives.
The closing date given is a guide. We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so we advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Please note that due to the sensitive nature of the duties, an enhanced DBS will be sought in event of a successful application.
All disabled applicants who meet the essential short-listing criteria are guaranteed an interview.
MHM is an Equal Opportunities Employer.