Mental Health jobs in United States

The Hertfordshire Mind Network Community Outreach Worker supports people with complex mental health needs throughout Hertfordshire County, including Amersham and Chesham. Referrals come from Paradigm Housing Association for tenants experiencing mental health difficulties.

• Provide advice, information, onward referral and holistic support to clients with coexisting drug and alcohol difficulties and mental ill-health who may present to Police, Anti‑Social Behaviour, Tenancy Enforcement, Housing and Environmental Health Services.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly.
• Remain a source of independent support for all clients.
• Embed a person‑centred and solution‑focused approach in all aspects of the role.
• Raise awareness of complex needs and the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) among local service providers.
• Support clients to gain confidence in working positively and consistently with people who have multiple needs.
• Complete reporting requirements.

• Must be able to drive and have access to your own vehicle (or equivalent).
• Eligibility for a blue light card.

Reference: 317 • Salary: £26,000‑£27,000 per annum, pro rata • Hours: Part‑time, 30 hours per week • Contract: Fixed term until 6th May 2027 • Reports to: Community Support Service Team Leader • Working base: One of 7 Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centres closest to home • Closing date for applications: Monday 26th December • Interviews on a rolling basis at the Watford Well‑being centre.

No agencies please.

• Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising to a maximum of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 bank holidays).
• Additional birthday leave each year following probation.
• Ongoing training relevant to your role.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health cover after 6 months employment – compensation payments for optical, dental, chiropody and therapy treatments.

We welcome applications from all suitably‑qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. During recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill‑health, recognising the unique skills, knowledge, and perspectives that lived experience brings to our team.