Mental Health Advisor

Harmonia Careers; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in North East England is seeking Mental Health Advisors to provide specialist support to students experiencing mental health difficulties. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications, substantial experience in mental health practice, and strong knowledge of risk management and safeguarding. This newly created role offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive university environment.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in mental health practice.
• Strong knowledge of risk management and safeguarding.
• Experience in a safeguarding/crisis management role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 advice, assessment, and support for students in psychological distress.
• Carry out risk assessments and develop individual support plans.
• Liaise with NHS services and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Contribute to safeguarding and crisis management.

Skills

Mental health practice

Crisis intervention

Risk management

Education

Relevant professional qualification (e.g. RMN, Social Worker)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking Mental Health Advisors (MHAs) to join a North East based University and provide specialist support to students experiencing mental health difficulties. This is a newly created role and offers the chance to make a real impact in a higher education setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 advice, assessment, and support for students in psychological distress.
• Carry out risk assessments and develop individual support plans.
• Liaise with NHS services, GPs, and external agencies to coordinate care.
• Contribute to safeguarding and crisis management where required.

Requirements

• A relevant professional qualification (e.g. RMN, Social Worker, or equivalent).
• Substantial experience in mental health practice.
• Strong knowledge of risk management, safeguarding, and crisis intervention.
• Experience in a safeguarding/crisis management role is desirable.

Apply today to be part of a supportive university environment where your expertise will help students thrive.

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.