Help people across Preston improve their mental health and wellbeing. Join Preston Muslim Forum to deliver support, reduce stigma and help people overcome barriers to a healthier, more fulfilling life.
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Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner
Location: Preston, PR1 6QH
- £34,632 pro rata
- Part-time, 18 hours per week
- Fixed term for 12 months, with continuation subject to further funding About Preston Muslim Forum Preston Muslim Forum is a registered charity supporting people of all ages, faiths, cultures and backgrounds across Preston. Rooted in the local community and open to everyone, they deliver services and facilities that promote economic and social wellbeing, enhance life opportunities and help individuals reach their full potential. They have particular expertise in engaging and supporting communities that face barriers to accessing mainstream services. About the Role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll deliver mental health and general wellbeing services that put the people Preston Muslim Forum supports at the heart of everything you do. Through non-clinical therapeutic interventions, tailored activities and individual support, you'll help improve people's mental, emotional, physical and socio-economic wellbeing. Working closely with colleagues, volunteers, communities and service providers, you'll take a holistic approach to helping people achieve positive change.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Promoting mental health awareness and reducing stigma, including barriers linked to culture, faith or language.
- Assessing individual needs using appropriate tools, developing bespoke recovery plans and delivering tailored activities, interventions and peer support groups.
- Where appropriately qualified, delivering short-term 1:1 counselling within your professional competence, following the BACP Ethical Framework or equivalent and Preston Muslim Forum's policies.
- Working with colleagues to provide wrap-around support and building partnerships that reduce inequalities and improve access to mainstream mental health services.
- Safeguarding children and adults at risk, reporting concerns and following and contributing to Preston Muslim Forum's policies, particularly Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and Health & Safety.
- Achieving agreed funding outcomes, maintaining accurate and confidential records in line with UK GDPR and Preston Muslim Forum's Data Protection Policy, and producing monitoring reports for your line manager.
- Reviewing the service delivery model formally twice a year, making improvements and participating in supervision, clinical supervision where applicable, and continuing professional development. xgikmsk About You You'll bring an inclusive, compassionate approach and a commitment to Preston Muslim Forum's mission, culture and values. You'll put beneficiaries first and be focused on deliveri...
Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioner employer: Preston Muslim Forum
Preston Muslim Forum is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering community engagement and support across Preston's diverse populations. As a registered charity, we offer a collaborative work culture that values compassion and inclusivity, providing employees with opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. Join us at the Hamara Centre, where your efforts will help empower volunteers and create enriching activities that reflect the needs of our community.
