Mental Health, Suicide and Self-Harm Co-ordinator

Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police; Carmarthen; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Buddy support

Annual leave 24 days

8 bank holidays

Hybrid/Agile working

On-site gyms

Pension scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

Dyfed-Powys Police is seeking a Mental Health, Suicide and Self-Harm Co-ordinator in the Central Prevention Hub. You will provide specialist advice to the Force, including Chief Officers, on mental health service responses and lead the Force’s suicide and self-harm prevention initiatives.

The role offers hybrid/agile working, extensive wellbeing and staff support provisions, and a strong emphasis on inclusive, bilingual service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice and guidance to the Force, including Chief Officers and operational officers and staff, in relation to the response to and service provided to those with mental health needs both internal and external to the organisation.
• Lead for suicide and self-harm prevention across the Force.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Mental Health, Suicide and Self-Harm Co-ordinator in Central Prevention Hub.

What you will be doing?

To provide specialist advice and guidance to the Force, including Chief Officers and operational officers and staff, in relation to the response to and service provided to those with mental health needs both internal and external to the organisation. To also work as the Force lead for suicide and self-harm prevention.

What can you expect?

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join
• 24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years’ service) plus 8 bank holidays
• Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)
• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.
• Pension scheme
• Staff Support Networks
• Flexible working opportunities
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
• Sick pay provisions

All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.

Diversity and Welsh language

Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.

We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.

Find out if you're eligible for Positive Action here.

We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Information Point

If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: [e-mail]

Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am - 11:30am here.