Part-Time Mental Health Support & Community Liaison

Jewish Care; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker to provide supportive care within two hubs. The successful candidate will plan social activities, build relationships, and assist individuals with mental health challenges, while maintaining confidentiality. Essential qualifications include experience in health/social care and personal experience of mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a meaningful environment with a values-driven organization.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Supportive organizational culture

Community-focused work

Qualifications

• Experience in health/social care or the mental health/charity sector.
• Strong group facilitation and communication skills.
• Ability to support people empathetically and respectfully.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Personal lived experience of mental health challenges (essential).
• Knowledge of the Jewish community is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and facilitate social and recreational activities.
• Build positive relationships and offer 1:1 practical support.
• Complete assessments and link people to relevant Jami services.
• Signpost to community and statutory services.
• Support cultural and faith‑based events and activities.
• Maintain accurate records and work within safeguarding and confidentiality guidelines.

Skills

Group facilitation

Communication skills

Empathetic support

IT skills

Job description

A community-focused organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Mental Health Support Worker to provide supportive care within two hubs. The successful candidate will plan social activities, build relationships, and assist individuals with mental health challenges, while maintaining confidentiality. Essential qualifications include experience in health/social care and personal experience of mental health challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a meaningful environment with a values-driven organization.