About this role
Job summary
We are recruiting a Senior Physical Health Check Coordinator to join our Access Community Mental Health Team in Swindon to develop effective and trusting relationships with individuals who have severe mental health conditions such as bipolar, schizophrenia or psychosis, in order to support them to access SMI Physical Health Checks and support them to identify appropriate services and support to improve their physical health.
As part of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Partnership in Bath and Northeast Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire (BSW), Second Step delivers community mental health support in collaboration with Alabar, Missing Link and Nilaari. Together, were transforming mental health services by focusing on trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally inclusive approaches.
Main duties of the job
We are committed to working with a recovery-based approach and supporting people to meet their individual needs. Why not join our team to support our clients on their recovery journey. Full details of this exciting opportunity can be found in the role profile.
About us
Could you inspire hope for people who are struggling with their mental health?
Second Step is a leading mental health charity supporting people across Bristol and the Southwest.
We provide innovative, trauma-informed support to people experiencing complex needs, including mental health difficulties, homelessness, substance misuse and contact with the criminal justice system.
Our services are built around recovery, choice and co-production, putting people at the heart of everything we do.
Job description Job responsibilities About you
You will:
Speak to individuals to who are on the SMI (Severe Mental Illness) register, describe the benefits and what happens at a Physical Health Check and enable their appointment. Develop a rapport with individuals and identify barriers to accessing services and support to attend local services and interventions that could improve their physical health. Contact individuals after their Physical Health Check, discuss the results and any recommendations for improving their physical health. Work autonomously across the Locality to implement the service and drive its success. Build relationships with stakeholders, particularly Primary Care Networks, increase awareness of the service and codesign processes across the Locality. Promote recovery, inclusion, and equity in everything you do.
Youll need:
A minimum of one year experience working with people with mental health needs, or people with multiple needs (e.g. mental health, homelessness, alcohol/drug dependency and offending). Proven experience of identifying risk, effective documentation and escalation of risk concerns. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage caseloads, work flexibly, and build effective multi-agency partnerships. Confidence in IT systems and record-keeping. A deep understanding of recovery and trauma-informed practice. A current, full driving licence and access to appropriate motorised vehicular transport (such as a car, moped or motorbike).
What we offer
To be part of a friendly team, with direct support from the Locality Team Manager. In-depth induction to Second Step and all the relevant training and support you need to do your job well. Blended working a combination of home, office and community-based working Monthly one-to-one sessions with your line manager Monthly group reflective practice with your wider team
If you are interested in this role but are concerned that you may not have the experience or knowledge please contact us for an informal conversation, we would very much like to hear from you. Please contact: Louise Trueman, Locality Team Manager on 07353 099603 or email [email protected]
About us
We are taking positive action to increase diversitythroughoutour organisation, and to nurture a culture ofinclusionfor all our people and the clients that we support.
We welcome applications from everyone who meets the criteria and strongly encourage individuals who identify as being of Black, African, Caribbean or Asian descent to apply as these groups are currently under-represented at Second Step.
To ensure fairness and consistency, all applications are anonymised up until an interview has been confirmed so that shortlisting is based solely upon the suitability of the candidates skills and qualities.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
A minimum of one year experience working with people with mental health needs, or people with complex needs. Proven experience of identifying risk, effective documentation and escalation of risk concerns. Experience of working with a number of individuals with competing needs and priorities. Proven experience of mental health issues and/or services, either as a user, carer or supporter.
Desirable
Proven experience of working with people with multiple needs (e.g. mental health, homelessness, alcohol/drug dependency long term conditions and offending).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Second Step
Address Pinetrees Community Centre, The Circle
Pinehurst
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN2 1QR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.second-step.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)