Admissions Avoidance Coordinator

Birmingham Mind; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization in Birmingham seeks an Admissions Avoidance Coordinator to provide individualized support for individuals at risk of crisis. This role focuses on collaboration with healthcare staff and community hubs to strengthen wellbeing for ages 18-25. Ideal candidates will have experience in mental health roles and a strong understanding of social factors affecting mental health. The application closes on 14 November 2025.

Benefits

Attractive defined contribution pension scheme

Affordable healthcare cover

Free counselling through Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training programme

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a paid role in the mental health field.
• Experience of supporting people age 18-25 to be in control of their lives.
• Knowledge and experience of carrying out needs & risk assessments.
• Good overall understanding of the social determinants of poor mental health and interventions.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Discharge Coordinators providing support cover when required.
• Collaborate with BSMHFT CYP staff to identify individuals at risk of escalation.
• Support individuals through a person-centered approach focusing on their wellbeing.

Skills

Experience in paid mental health roles

Supporting people ages 18-25

Carrying out needs & risk assessments

Understanding of social determinants of poor mental health

Job description

Role Overview

We are a leading provider of mental health services in Birmingham and the West Midlands.

We now have an opportunity for an Admissions Avoidance Coordinator to join us to work closely with people who have experienced mental health difficulties and are being supported through BSMHFT Children’s and Young People Community Hubs and Crisis services.

The main aim of the service is to offer an individualised service with a focus on the prevention of hospital admission and provide support for service users.

Responsibilities

You will work closely with the other Discharge Coordinators providing support cover when required and you’ll work closely with BSMHFT CYP staff to identify individuals who are at risk of escalation because of hardships including social and environmental factors.

These individuals will be supported via the service through a person‑centered approach that focuses on maintaining and strengthening the person’s wellbeing and enabling people to build their own resilience reducing crisis escalation.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a paid role in the mental health field.
• Experience of supporting people age 18‑25 to be in control of their lives.
• Knowledge and experience of carrying out needs & risk assessments.
• Good overall understanding of the social determinants of poor mental health and interventions to effect positive outcomes.

Application Process

To apply, please provide a detailed description of how your skills and experience meet each of essential and desirable criteria.

The closing date for applications is 14 November 2025.

Interviews will take place on 28 November 2025.

Benefits

• Attractive defined contribution pension scheme.
• PayCare which offers employees affordable cover for a range of healthcare treatments.
• Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling.
• Comprehensive training programme.

Diversity and Inclusion

Birmingham Mind is extremely proud to have a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities that we work with. We strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges as their perspectives enrich our teams.

Our people are key to the success of the organisation, and we are recognised as both a Mindful Employer as well as achieving gold standard success in Investors in People. We welcome applications from people who have experienced mental health difficulties.