Mental Health Keyworker: Empower Independent Living

Hiredonline; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheffield Mind is seeking a Connect 3 keyworker to support clients with mental health needs to live independently and maintain control over their lives. You will work with clients to identify needs, assist with planning, and coordinate access to services to prevent crisis admissions.

The role involves practical support, referrals processing, housing and finances guidance, and collaboration with external agencies. Flexible hours and occasional out-of-hours work may be required.

Qualifications

• Provide emotional, practical support and information for clients with mental health needs.
• Assess and process referrals.
• Undertake needs and risk assessments and support planning with clients to ensure appropriate support.

Responsibilities

• Act in accordance with Sheffield Mind’s aims, philosophy and policies.
• Attend team meetings and participate in regular supervision and appraisals.
• Keep accurate records and provide information for monitoring and evaluation.
• Support clients to access specialist services such as substance misuse agencies and resettlement.
• Assist clients with finances, tenancy sustainment, rent and bill payments.

Job description

Sheffield Mind is seeking a Connect 3 keyworker to support clients with mental health needs to live independently and maintain control over their lives. You will work with clients to identify needs, assist with planning, and coordinate access to services to prevent crisis admissions.

The role involves practical support, referrals processing, housing and finances guidance, and collaboration with external agencies. Flexible hours and occasional out-of-hours work may be required.