Mind in Bradford - Crisis Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Bradford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Crisis Support Workers to join their Safe Spaces program in Bradford. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the mental health and wellbeing of individuals in the community. As a Crisis Support Worker, you will provide essential one-to-one support, helping clients navigate their feelings and regain control during challenging times. With various shift patterns available, this emotionally rewarding position allows you to work closely with vulnerable individuals, inspiring hope and facilitating recovery in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about mental health and want to contribute to your community, this role is for you.

Benefits

25 days annual leave pro-rata

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible shift patterns

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals in a mental health setting.
• Ability to manage challenging situations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-to-one crisis support via phone or face-to-face.
• Provide practical assistance to help clients regain control.

Skills

Mental Health Support

Crisis Management

Communication Skills

Empathy

Job description

Mind in Bradford - Crisis Support Worker, Bradford

Job Category: Other

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: fd56461431c8

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Mind In Bradford is recruiting Crisis Support Workers for the Safe Spaces program. Salary scale: £20,450 - £24,540 per annum. Hours: Various shift patterns available. Base: Kenburgh House, Central Bradford, with occasional travel across the district. Responsible to: Service Manager / Team Leader. Annual Leave: 25 days pro-rata. Pension: Contributory pension scheme with auto-enrollment (conditions apply). Probationary period: 6 months.

Do you want to make a positive difference to the mental health & wellbeing of people in our community? Do you have experience supporting individuals in a mental health setting and managing challenging situations? If yes, we want to hear from you.

Mind in Bradford collaborates with The Cellar Trust to lead the NHS-funded Safe Spaces program, offering support to people in Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale, or Craven. The service includes one-to-one support, outreach, crisis/wellbeing cafes, overnight accommodation for youth, and in-reach services, providing a non-clinical environment to help individuals in crisis stay safe and access support.

We are seeking Crisis Support Workers and Team Leaders for our Bradford Hub in the city center.

The Role:

Delivering one-to-one crisis support via phone or face-to-face, providing practical assistance to help clients regain control and work through their feelings. The role can be emotionally demanding and may require travel across the district.

Who you are:

Experienced in supporting people with mental health difficulties, working with vulnerable individuals with multiple risk factors, and able to inspire hope and recovery. Shifts are available 7 days a week, including 19.10-2.30am on specified days.