At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide 1-1 support for individuals in mental health crisis during evening hours.
- Company: Join a community-focused service dedicated to mental health support.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on recovery and community empowerment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mental health support and working with diverse groups.
The predicted salary is between 25390 - 25390 £ per year.
Hours: 18 hours per week / 3 days per week
Working pattern: 6PM - 12PM/midnight - work pattern to be confirmed. The service operates 7 days per week, 365 days per year, there will be a requirement to work bank holidays and over the Christmas period on a rota basis.
Salary: £25,390 per annum rising to £26,206 following successful probation (salary will be pro rata for part time hours).
Location: REST Norwich, Churchman House, 71 Bethel Street, Norwich NR1 1NR (parking available onsite).
The Service: REST Norwich is a safe, welcoming service at the heart of our community, offering vital mental health support, guidance and signposting. The Evening Sanctuary provides 1-1 support for people experiencing mental health crisis as an alternative to attendance within Accident and Emergency. The service accepts referrals from police, ambulance and 111 option 2 health care professionals’ line. The Evening Sanctuary can only be accessed via a referral.
The Evening Sanctuary is a dynamic, psychologically informed environment which operates a strong focus on recovery focused, person centered support. We strive to empower people to stay well in their community and at home to ensure that no one faces their mental health challenges alone.
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience of working with a diverse group of people.
- Experience of working within mental health support – specifically out of hours services.
- Experience of working within a recovery focused person-centred way with someone in crisis.
- Experience of safety planning and creating achievable safety plans for people accessing support.
- Experience of liaising with a variety of support services including police and ambulance teams.
Closing Date: This vacancy may close without prior notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Individual Interview Dates will be confirmed for interviews.
How To Apply: Candidates are required to complete an application form, the link to the application form can be found here. Once you have downloaded and completed the application form you will be required to upload your application form via the “Apply for this job”. If you need to contact us please contact the People and Culture Team on 01603 364913.
Equity Statement: We welcome applications from people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, socio-economic classes, religions and disabilities. We also value and actively encourage applications from those with lived experience of mental health, recognising that your personal journey can bring unique insight and empathy that helps others feel heard, supported, and valued. At Norfolk and Waveney Mind, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone passionate about mental health feels respected, valued, and supported.
Safeguarding Statement: Norfolk and Waveney Mind is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory DBS check as well as other safeguarding checks.
Intensive Recovery Worker - Evening Sanctuary in Norwich employer: Norfolk and Waveney Mind
Norfolk and Waveney Mind is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises mental health and employee well-being. With opportunities for professional growth and development in the field of mental health support, staff are encouraged to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying flexible working hours in the vibrant city of Norwich.
