Part Time Community Connector - Mental Health

eSift Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking a Part-Time Community Connector to enhance mental health services within GP practices. This role involves supporting the development of integrated care models, providing early intervention and care planning for patients, and coordinating access to community services. With a focus on inclusivity and respect, the organization aims to make a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals in Surrey. If you're passionate about mental health and community support, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the community.

Benefits

26 days annual leave pro rata

Bank holidays

Extra day leave on your birthday

Pension

Access to Simply Health

Employee discount program

Qualifications

• Experience in drug, alcohol, or mental health work.
• Signposting to community support services.

Responsibilities

• Support development of integrated primary care mental health services.
• Act as first point of contact for GPs regarding mental health issues.

Skills

Community experience in mental health

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Ability to travel within the area

Education

Diploma or degree in counselling, psychology, mental health, social work, or health and social care

Job description

Our client is a non-profit organisation working with people to support their health and wellbeing. Established for over 30 years, they have provided services alongside a variety of statutory, voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) colleagues in Surrey and its borders. They believe change is achievable when offered through a flexible, respectful, inclusive, and non-judgemental approach.

Job Title: Part-Time Community Connector (Mental Health)

Support GP Surgeries in Surrey.

Salary: GBP30,280 per annum pro rata

Hours: 21 hours a week

Duration: 16-month FTC

Company Benefits: 26 days annual leave pro rata (rising with service), bank holidays, 1 extra day leave on your birthday, Pension, access to Simply Health, blended working, employee discount program, and more.

Location: Hybrid / Woking / Surrey

This role is part of a new initiative funded by NHS England to pilot integrated primary and community mental health care models within 12 sustainability and transformation partnership areas across the country.

The Community Connector plays a key role in developing these innovative teams and services within GP practices (Primary Care Networks). Responsibilities include supporting the development and mobilization of integrated primary care mental health services, working with multidisciplinary teams including GPs, practice nurses, mental health practitioners, pharmacists, and psychologists.

You will act as the first point of contact for GPs seeking support for patients with mental health issues, providing early intervention, triage, assessment, and care planning. Additionally, you will coordinate access to community services such as social care, housing, debt advice, and employment counseling to help individuals achieve their goals.

Note: This position is subject to a DBS check. Past drug, alcohol, or criminal history will not necessarily disqualify you from this role.

Ideal Candidate:

• Community experience in drug, alcohol, or mental health work and/or a diploma or degree in counselling, psychology, mental health, social work, or health and social care.
• Experience in signposting to community support services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to travel within the area; own transport is preferred.

eSift is managing the application process on behalf of our client. To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button below. Your CV will be stored in our central database. If you wish to withdraw your consent for us to retain your details, please contact us.