This exciting new development within Lincolnshire, based in Grantham, welcomes enthusiastic and experienced applicants to apply for this rare opportunity to be involved in shaping a brand new pilot service that will support individuals stepping down from acute mental health wards to transition into the community. The service will be delivered in partnership with Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust and will form part of the NHS Mental Health Pathway.
The service will be going live in October 2025, with a full training and induction programme for the team before go live.
With an emphasis on recovery working alongside specialist housing and financial support, you’ll need to work flexibly to manage your own small caseload and assist with the day-to-day running of the service.
Role Responsibility
Raising the bar for person-centred care, you’ll provide a range of recovery-focused support through key working sessions and group work. Your support will help individuals gain new skills and promote their long-term recovery.
You will have responsibilities such as housing and benefit assessments, identifying housing needs, and liaising with local authorities to support service users’ move-on from the service.
On rota, you’ll work with individuals on their recovery, devising tailored support and risk management plans, and ensuring effective discharge planning. You’ll play a vital role in helping them develop skills and coping strategies, encouraging positive change and independence.
The role requires working on a rota, which may include evenings and weekends.
The Ideal Candidate
Ideally with experience in the mental health sector, it’s essential to have a good understanding of the recovery model, a solution-focused attitude, and a person-centred approach. You should be comfortable working independently and as part of a team, able to adapt to a fast-paced environment and challenging situations.
You should enjoy engaging with people with diverse needs, show genuine interest in helping others, and possess empathy, understanding, and patience.
Knowledge of housing pathways, benefits applications, and collaboration with authorities such as social care is key for this role.
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with over 300 locations across England, we pride ourselves on our services.
We operate on a not-for-profit basis, reinvesting every penny into our services and people. We believe in continuous improvement to better the lives of those we support.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We recognize that rewards look different for everyone. Whether it’s ways to make your money go further, a culture of recognition, or career development opportunities, we aim to support you through our comprehensive reward package.
You will receive 31 days of paid holiday per year, increasing to 33 days with each year of service. There is also an option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost.
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