Evening Crisis Recovery Support Worker

South West Community Chaplaincy; Cambridge, Peterborough; Remote; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

CPSL Mind is seeking a Part Time Crisis Recovery Worker based in Cambridge, with occasional travel to Peterborough. The role involves evenings shifts (4.30pm–11.30pm) across a 42-hour fortnight on a rolling rota, supporting individuals in mental health distress both face-to-face and remotely.

The post requires empathy, excellent communication, and the ability to establish rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassionate approach in crisis settings.
• Excellent verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to individuals in mental health distress in person, via phone, or video call.
• Guided self-help strategies including grounding and breathing techniques.
• Assist with safety planning and connecting to social supports within the community.

Skills

Empathy

Verbal communication

Boundaries

Job description

CPSL Mind is seeking a Part Time Crisis Recovery Worker based in Cambridge, with occasional travel to Peterborough. The role involves evenings shifts (4.30pm–11.30pm) across a 42-hour fortnight on a rolling rota, supporting individuals in mental health distress both face-to-face and remotely.

The post requires empathy, excellent communication, and the ability to establish rapport while maintaining professional boundaries.