MindWise is recruiting for its housing service at 2 and 3 Abbeyside, supporting people affected by mental ill health. The work centres on providing a safe, stable environment and using the recovery model to improve quality of life and reduce social isolation. Three permanent posts are open: two at 37.5 hours a week and one at 18.25 hours, with shifts that can include nights and weekends. NISCC registration is needed, or eligibility to register by the start date.
What the job involves
- Support and empower people affected by mental health issues to live well, using the recovery model
- Help people get the right support early
- Encourage physical health activity, healthy eating programmes and physical health screening where appropriate
- Provide a safe, supportive and stable environment for people experiencing mental health issues
- Improve people's quality of life
- Reduce social isolation
- Help people become active citizens in their local community
What’s required
Qualifications
- Level 2 Essential Skills in Maths and English, or GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English
Registration & licences
- NISCC registration, or eligible to register from the start of the role
Experience
- 3 to 6 months recent paid or voluntary experience supporting people with a mental illness, or 6 months' paid or voluntary support experience in another care setting
Skills & knowledge
- Demonstrate alignment with MindWise's core values: Passion, Respect, Empathy, Togetherness, Openness and Transparency
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced with Adults' Barred List Northern Ireland check
Other
- Willing to work shifts that may include days, nights, evenings and weekends
What’s offered
- Employer pension contribution of at least 6%
- Enhanced holiday entitlement of 35 days (FTE)
- Enhanced company sick pay
- Medical cash plan
- Death in service benefit
- Family friendly policies and flexible working options
- Business mileage paid at HMRC maximum rate
- Commitment to learning and development
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
