Contracted hours: 16 hours per week Purpose of Mental health Project Worker: 1. The facilitation of recovery in a therapeutic setting via the implementation of group and one-to-one work with key residents. Providing 24/7 support for our residents with regular on-call and overnights required ** additional payment for enhancements 3.
Job Description
Main Responsibilities and Duties Therapeutic Programme Development, Maintenance and Support Contribute to the development and participation of a programme centred towards rehabilitative and supportive care. The promotion and enablement of each resident to further enhance their independence within the therapeutic setting. Adopting a collaborative approach in the development of the community, with resident involvement.
Staff Development Adopt a coaching approach for newly joined Project Workers and Wardens, (if applicable). Project Operations Assist the Project Manager, Deputy Project Manager or nominee, with the following areas, ensuring operational efficiency of the Project, examples include: Compliance with Health and Safety legislation, as applicable to Northern Ireland. This incorporates fire prevention safety standards, cleanliness, and other associated hygiene standards and associated practices.
Additional administration tasks which may be required by your Project Manager, or Deputy Project Manager. External Stakeholders Ensuring that a best practice approach is adopted when engaging with external stakeholders, to include, however not limited to, the Health and Social Care (HSC) Trusts, the Northern Ireland Housing Executive, (NIHE) and nominated Housing Associations.
Regular contact with designated allied health professionals, as appropriate, to include, mental health nurses, etc. Working collaboratively and jointly with other internal departments, to include, Finance, Digital, Human Resources and Information Technology, (IT) and Learning and Development, (L&D). Supervision and Training Participation in monthly supervision sessions with Manager or other suitable nominee. Ensure participation in mandatory and refresher training, as required.
General Actively promote the organisational mission, values, aims and objectives, ensuring all Policies and Procedures, to include the Code of Conduct and Practice are adhered to at all times. Be a cultural carrier for Threshold Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements, including NISCC registration and Access NI check requirements.
Adhere and comply with all Thresholds Health and Safety Policies and Procedures including reporting and recording of all relevant incident, contributing to the overall physical cleanliness and general condition of the facilities of the service. Act as a Deputy Fire Warden and / or First Aid Person if designated. Actively promote a working environment where equality of opportunity, anti-discriminatory practice, individual rights and choice are promoted in accordance with Thresholds established Principles, Policies and Procedures.
Equal Opportunities Statement Threshold is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Education and Professional Qualifications Essential: GCSE English and Mathematics Grades A C or demonstrable equivalent & Lvl 3 RQF Qualification or equivalent & Six months demonstrable experience working in a Health & Social Care Environment, i.e., mental health, rehabilitation or learning disability.
Or a psychology degree (lv 6) or other relevant discipline or equivalent & Lvl 3 RQF Qualification or willing to attain in post through organisation Circumstances: Essential To be fully flexible as the role of Project Worker will involve working on a Rota/shift basis in a mental health setting. Shifts will include Monday - Sunday, must be available for on calls, early shifts, night shifts, weekend and / or night cover as requested.
Information Technology Desirable Demonstrable working experience of working with Microsoft (MS) Office systems to include Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Additional Requirements
Desirable
Possess a current and valid driving license or have access to a form of transport that will permit the candidate to meet the requirements of the post in full.
Experience
Desirable
Proven Experience working in mental health. For more information on the background check process, please refer to our policy titled Inclusive Hiring and Rehabilitation. This will be dealt with in line with our Privacy Policy. The post holder must either be registered or apply for registration with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, (NISCC), upon appointment.
Benefits:
company pension sick pay health & wellbeing programme company events
Mental Health and Wellbeing Project Worker in Portrush employer: Threshold Services NI
Threshold is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where teamwork and collaboration are at the forefront. With a commitment to ongoing training and development, employees have ample opportunities to enhance their skills and advance their careers while making a meaningful impact in the lives of customers. Located in a vibrant community, Threshold fosters an inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages all team members to contribute to a positive and empowering workplace.
