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Service General Practice Integrated Mental Health Service (GPIMHS) and Mental Health Integrated Community Services (MHICS) Job Title Community Connector - Mental Health Professional Reports to Service Manager Base Walton-on-Thames Hours Part time - 22.5 hours Charity Catalyst is a non profit organisation working with people who are dealing with issues associated with their mental health and wellbeing, and/or drug and alcohol use. We believe in peoples' ability to change and are proud of our non judgmental ethos. Project NHS England recently announced a new transformation fund to be allocated to pilot sites across the country to test new and integrated models of primary and community mental health care. Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership is one of these successful pilot sites. Extended appointments with mental health experts from the NHS, social care and specialist third sector organisations, plus access to therapies, physical health checks and pharmacists, are some of the wider expertise patients will be able to access in their local GP practice and in the community under new ways of working. Purpose of Job The Community Connector will provide a primary care mental health service that serves as the first level of intervention, offers ease of access and works in a multidisciplinary approach with GP's, practice nurses, mental health practitioners, pharmacists and clinical psychologists. The role involves coordinating and supporting patients to access a wide range of community services and resources including social care, housing, family, debt and employment counselling to maintain good health and wellbeing. Key Activities Work jointly with the Mental Health Practitioner in conducting assessments, including risk assessment, and support patients to identify socially determined needs and goals, provide self management tools and facilitate the development of personal support plans. Provide a range of motivational and structured psycho social interventions. Promote independence through an enabling asset based approach that draws on individuals' strengths, preferences and natural support networks. Establish effective working relationships with a range of agencies to facilitate a joined up approach to support plans. Liaise with, develop and maintain good relations with GPs, practice managers and other health practitioners across mental health and physical health pathways and wider support networks. Provide continuity throughout recovery; engage the patient with key services such as Safe Havens, accessing CMHRS, and support those engaged with and leaving CMHRS, linking into local wellbeing services and activities. Co ordinate and support patients to access a range of community services such as wellbeing services, housing providers, family and carer support services, debt and employer advisors where appropriate. Assist with community resource mapping exercises and maintain a database of community resources. Map gaps in provision across the PCN and wider geography and work with other VCS organisations to develop resources where most needed. Promote and support follow up actions from physical health checks for people with serious mental illness. Support patients to engage with local peer support workers and volunteering services; supervise any peer support workers linked to PCN. Identify opportunities to expand provision, particularly in local communities where there is a lack of service provision. Broker and establish new partnerships between public and voluntary sector agencies to enhance service delivery and access to services. Develop and sustain professional relationships with service users, partner agencies and appropriate external agencies. Complete locally agreed quality outcome measures with patients and undertake regular reviews. General Terms of Reference Work flexibly across operational sites, including evenings and weekends. Work within the policies and procedures of the GP practices/PCN the worker will be based in. Accept responsibility for personal safety and encourage patients to adopt safe practices. Work to Surrey Safeguarding policy and practice. Ensure all records are maintained in line with all Governance arrangements and GDPR. Participate in team meetings, appraisal, workforce development and supervision processes. Stay abreast of developments in services, legislation and practice where appropriate. Represent the organisation at external agencies and support the values, ethics and approach to client work. Have the ability to travel to and from a number of different locations on a daily basis. Person Specification Qualifications and Experience A minimum of 2 years of community experience in mental health work, experience delivering brief interventions for mental health needs, experience of drug and alcohol work, and a diploma or degree in an appropriate subject such as counselling, psychology, social work, probation, mental health or Health and Social Care (level 3). Registration Professional qualification with up to date registration such as BACP, HCP, BPS or recognised equivalent. Knowledge and Skills Understanding of confidentiality, consent, information sharing and safeguarding policies; good communication and written skills; ability to interact effectively with the client group, colleagues and other professionals while retaining clear boundaries; ability to break down stigma and barriers; knowledge of community working and lone working; ability to manage challenging behaviour, anger and verbal aggression from patients; ability to work co operatively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Information Technology Proficient in Microsoft Word, email, Outlook and basic Excel; ability to enter data onto a database as required by the Service. General Ability to travel to and from multiple locations and to work flexibly across operational hours including evenings and weekends. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We acknowledge that all Catalyst employees and clients can bring a unique contribution to our organisation in terms of their culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, age, religion or belief and any physical disability or history of mental health or additional problems. All appointments and promotions are based on merit and no job applicant or employee will be treated unfairly or discriminated against. All staff have equal access to staff development. Disclosure This post is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. Past drug and/or alcohol or criminality history may not necessarily disqualify an applicant. Notes This job description may be varied from time to time as agreed by the post holder and line manager. It is subject to annual review.

Service General Practice Integrated Mental Health Service (GPIMHS) and Mental Health Integrated Community Services (MHICS) Job Title Community Connector - Mental Health Professional Reports to Service Manager Base East Guildford Hours Full time - 35 hours Charity Catalyst is a non profit organisation working with people who are dealing with issues associated with their mental health and wellbeing, and/or drug and alcohol use. We believe in peoples' ability to change and are proud of our non judgmental ethos. Project NHS England recently announced a new transformation fund to be allocated to pilot sites within 12 Sustainability and Transformation Partnerships/ Integrated Care Systems across the country to test new and integrated models of primary and community mental health care. Surrey Heartlands Health and Care Partnership is one of these successful pilot sites. Extended appointments with mental health experts from the NHS, social care and specialist third sector organisations, plus access to therapies, physical health checks and pharmacists, are just some of the wider expertise patients will be able to access in their local GP practice and in the community under new ways of working. Patients will be able to explore the situation affecting their wellbeing - whether that is an ongoing mental or physical health problem, loneliness, debt, or other issues. They can then be guided to appropriate resources that may help, including talking therapies, benefits advice, or an introduction to a local community group. The role of the Community Connector is fundamental to the development of these innovative new teams and mental health services based within networks of GP Practices (Primary Care Networks - PCNs). The role will support the ongoing development and mobilisation of integrated primary care mental health services. Purpose of Job Providing a primary care mental health service within this context refers to: First level of intervention Ease of access A multidisciplinary approach working with a range of professionals across PCN's inclusive of GP's, Practice nurses, Mental Health Practitioners, Pharmacists and Clinical Psychologists Coordinating and supporting patients to access a wide range of community services and resources including social care, housing, family, debt and employment counselling that support maintaining good health and wellbeing Overall, the primary care mental health service will: Be the first port of call for GPs in seeking support for managing their patients with mental health presentations Provide and promote early triage, assessment and formulation of need and care plans, to inform treatment and/or onward bridging to community resources Support and improve access to evidence based interventions for people with serious mental illness Help people to focus on achievable goals and access local community resources Provide brief therapeutic interventions Support completion and delivery of actions identified in physical health checks for people with serious mental illness This post is subject to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level. Please note past drug and/or alcohol or criminality history will not necessarily discount you from undertaking this role. Key Activities Work jointly with the Mental Health Practitioner in conducting assessments, including risk assessment, and to work with patients to support them in identifying their socially determined needs and goals, provide self management tools and facilitate the development of personal support plans. Provide a range of motivational and structured psycho social interventions. Promote independence through an enabling asset based approach that draws on individuals' strengths, preferences and 'natural' support networks. Establish effective working relationships with a range of agencies to facilitate a joined up approach to support plans. Liaise with, develop and maintain good relations with GPs, practice managers and other health practitioners across mental health and physical health pathways and wider support networks. Provide continuity throughout recovery; engaging the patient with key services such as Safe Havens, accessing CMHRS, and providing support for those engaged with and leaving CMHRS, and linking into local wellbeing services and activities. Co ordinate and support patients to access a range of community services such as wellbeing services, housing providers, family and carer support services, debt and employer advisors where appropriate. Assist with community resource mapping exercises and maintain a database of community resources; map where there are gaps in provision across the PCN and wider geography and work with other VCS organisations to develop resources where most needed. Promote and support (where necessary) advised follow up actions from physical health checks for people with serious mental illness. Support patients to engage with local peer support workers and volunteering services. Support and supervise any peer support workers linked to PCN. Work with the service to identify opportunities to expand provision particularly in local communities where there is a lack of service provision identified. Broker and establish new partnerships between public and voluntary sector agencies to enhance service delivery and access to services. Develop and sustain professional relationships with service users, partner agencies and appropriate external agencies. Complete locally agreed quality outcome measures, with patients and to undertake regular reviews. General terms of reference Work flexibly across operational sites as required which may include evening and weekend work. Work within the policies and procedures of the GP practices/PCN the worker will be based in. To accept responsibility for their own personal safety and to encourage the patients to adopt safe practices both for themselves and others with whom they associate. Work to Surrey Safeguarding policy and practice. Ensure all records are maintained in line with all Governance arrangements and GDPR. Work within the organisation's policies and procedures at all times, paying particular attention to Information Governance, confidentiality and health and safety. Seek to improve personal performance, outcomes, contribution, knowledge and skills. Participate in team meetings, appraisal, workforce development and supervision processes. Keep abreast of developments in services, legislation and practice where appropriate. Represent the organisation at external agencies and support the values, workings and ethics of the organisation approach to client work. Have the ability to travel to and from a number of different locations on a daily basis. Person Specification Qualifications and experience A minimum of 2 years community experience of mental health work. Experience of delivering brief interventions for mental health needs. Experience of drug and alcohol work. A diploma or degree in appropriate subject i.e. counselling, psychology, social work, probation, mental health, Health and Social Care (level 3). Registration If holding a professional qualification to maintain up to date professional registration i.e. BACP, HCP, BPS (or recognised equivalent). Knowledge and skills Understanding and ability to work to the confidentiality, consent, information sharing and safeguarding policies of the integrated service. Good communication and written skills and a commitment to accurate and confidential record keeping. Ability to interact effectively with the client group, colleagues and other professionals whilst retaining clear boundaries. Ability to break down stigma and barriers associated with working with the client group. Demonstrate an understanding of the issues and needs of the client group. Knowledge and understanding of community working, lone working, and ability to maintain safety whilst working in the community. Person Specification (continued) Ability to work to all the policies, procedures and standards of the Service and joint working arrangements with key partners. A good understanding of personal limitations, ability to identify when to seek advice and support, and deal with issues which may provoke strong emotions in an objective and professional manner e.g. child protection. Ability to manage any challenging behaviour, anger and verbal aggression from patients. Ability to work co operatively as part of a multidisciplinary team (statutory and voluntary) from a service hub. Information Technology Proficient in Microsoft Word, use of email, Outlook, and basic Excel skills. Ability to enter data onto a database as required by the Service. General Ability to travel to and from a number of different locations on a daily basis. Ability to work flexibly across operational hours and evenings and weekends, where required. Equal opportunities statement We acknowledge the unique contribution that all Catalyst employees and clients can bring to our organisation in terms of their culture, race, gender, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, age, religion or belief and any physical disability or history of mental health or additional problems. . click apply for full job details

A community-focused wellbeing organization in the United Kingdom seeks a Garden and Volunteer Wellbeing Coordinator to manage a community garden project. The coordinator will design programs that enhance the wellbeing of the community, recruit and manage volunteers, and ensure the garden operations are safe and effective. Ideal candidates will have horticultural knowledge, great organizational skills, and the ability to inspire community involvement. This is a permanent, part-time role with a salary of £24,980 pro rata.

Job title: Garden and Volunteer Wellbeing Coordinator Organisation: Through Community, Specialist and Outreach services, we support recovery, mental health, and wellbeing-together, every step of the way. Main purpose of job: We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Garden and Volunteer Wellbeing Coordinator with an interest in garden and wellbeing activities to come and be part of an exciting community garden project. You will have experience of supporting staff and volunteers and be able to assist with the project management of the ongoing development of the garden. Department: Community Connections Location/Branch: Frimley & Woking Role reports to: Community Connections Service Manager Hours: 21 hours per week Length of contract: Permanent Salary: £24,980 pro rata (£14,988 actual) Key Accountabilities Project manage the enclosed garden space at Frimley Lodge Park and The Arch in Woking. Develop a programme of activities within the Catalyst Community Wellbeing Garden that will help improve wellbeing for people in the community, including: Seasonal workshops Gardening with the CEO Staff and partner wellbeing touchpoints Recruit, develop and manage garden volunteers. Work with other partners to promote volunteering and creating a space for wellbeing activities. Use excellent interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire participants to get the most out of the opportunities that the garden presents. Develop and implement growing plans and vision for the garden with input from colleagues and volunteers. Ensure operations are well organised, safely managed and delivered. Implement and manage a booking system for volunteer and staff rotas. Be prepared for physically demanding aspects (digging, lifting, bending). Ensure the garden is adequately planted during all seasons, and that a programme of activity is in place. Lead the development of the land and facilities with input from colleagues and volunteers. Prioritise and time manage short and long term growing projects and developments. Maintain a productive year round vegetable and herb garden. Work with colleagues and staff to organise and facilitate seasonal events in the garden. Develop opportunities for food sharing. Facilitate the smooth running of activities in the gardens ensuring they are productive, attractive, and pleasant spaces for people to socialise and gather. Be available to support other Community Connection groups and activities. This is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may need to be undertaken. It may be necessary to undertake other duties in order to fulfil the objectives of the charity. General terms of reference In carrying out the above duties the post holder will: Work collaboratively across the organisation to offer support to all main functions. Be committed to the role and support Catalyst to be the most efficient it can be. Be someone who believes in fairness and conducts themselves with integrity. Work flexibly across operational sites, including working from home arrangements in agreement with your line manager, as required which may include evening and weekend work. Be motivated to improve personal performance, outcomes, contribution, knowledge and skills. Be professional when partaking in Management, Trustee Board and other work related team meetings; appraisals, workforce development and supervision processes. Keep abreast of developments in services, legislation and identify good practices where appropriate. Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work and a safe environment for all staff on site or working remotely. Represent Catalyst at external agencies/meetings and support our values and the culture of Catalyst. Assist in ensuring GDPR compliance throughout the service. Adhere to health and safety compliance, ensuring timely and accurate record keeping. Adhere to confidentiality policy. Undertake other duties appropriate to the grade of the post. Disclosures This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at a basic level. Please note past drug and/or alcohol or criminality history will not necessarily discount you from undertaking this role. Person Specification Qualifications and experience Educated to A level or equivalent in relevant disciplines e.g. English, Media Experience of working / learning in a horticulture environment Experience of supporting volunteers and staff Experience of developing creative wellbeing activities Knowledge and skills Proven horticulture and gardening knowledge Excellent organisational skills Excellent planning and development skills Ability to organise and manage your own workload Good financial awareness when budgeting and planning Great communications and interpersonal skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work through busy and challenging priorities Ability to work under pressure, with full workloads and to tight deadlines Ability to think and work strategically Ability use initiative, confidence in making decisions and ability to work collaboratively Personal attributes Have authentic attributes of Kindness, Commitment and Integrity Ability to work as a team and support other team members Ability to maintain Equal Opportunity standards at all times