Awareness and perceptions of mental health are changing. We are in an exciting period of change and growth with an expanding team.
Just starting your career in mental health? We’re proud to offer opportunities including award winning placements.
We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds and communities. We believe we can best serve our community when our team has varied skills, experiences and backgrounds. We value experience that comes from having lived with mental health issues and that of being a user of mental health services.
Everyone benefits from;
We are a living wage employer.
Salary: £31,000 – £33,000 per year (Full Time Equivalent) / Pro-rata £23,914 – £25,457
Hours: 27 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, subject to funding
Are you passionate about making a real difference in mental health services? Do you have strong leadership skills and a commitment to promoting recovery and wellbeing? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking a Crisis Café Team Coordinator to join our dynamic Journey Recovery Hub, a vital out-of-hours service supporting individuals experiencing mental health crises in Richmond and Kingston.
The Role
As the Crisis Café Team Coordinator, you will work in partnership with a second Crisis Cafe Team Coordinator to:
• Lead and coordinate the daily operations of two Crisis Café sites.
• Support a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, fostering a welcoming and collaborative environment.
• Deliver high-quality, person-centred care that empowers individuals to manage their mental health and avoid crises.
• Build strong partnerships with local services, promoting the Café and its impact.
• Drive service excellence, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with best practices.
This role combines casework with operational management, offering an exciting opportunity to develop your leadership skills while making a meaningful impact in the community.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who excels in leadership, organisation, and communication, with the ability to manage high-intensity environments and complex situations.
Essential Skills and Experience:
• Proven ability to support individuals in crisis, helping them develop self-management strategies.
• Experience managing small teams and volunteers.
• Strong understanding of mental health services and the recovery approach.
• Excellent communication and administrative skills.
Desirable Skills:
• Mental Health First Aid or Suicide Prevention training.
• Knowledge of national suicide prevention strategies.
What We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training and supervision.
• The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals experiencing mental health crises.
Key Details
Hours: 27 hours per week on a rolling 2-week rota. Shifts include evenings and weekends.
Locations:
32 Hampton Road, Twickenham, TW2 5QB
Alfriston Centre, 3 Berrylands Road, Surbiton, Kingston, KT5 8RB
If you are ready to lead with compassion, resilience, and strategic insight, apply today with a CV and a cover letter which addresses how you meet the job description for the role to become part of our dedicated team!
Crisis Cafe Team Coordinator Job Description
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We are actively interviewing for this role.
Richmond Borough Mind is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applications from all backgrounds.
Let’s build a stronger, healthier community together.
Deadline: 28 January 2025
Salary: £13.46 per hour (£26,200 FTE)
Hours: Shifts are 5.5 hours and we are looking for additional staff members to cover 1-4 shifts per week, ensuring that we are accessible to visitors between 6 – 10pm every evening. Initially we will require temporary cover for 1-2 shifts per week, but there is potential for this to increase to up to 4 shifts as part of a permanent role.
Contract: Temporary, with potential to become permanent
Location: Twickenham and Kingston
Are you passionate about mental health and making a real difference in people’s lives? Join our dedicated team as a Crisis Café Support Worker!
As a Crisis Café Support Worker, you’ll provide compassionate, person-centred support to individuals experiencing mental health crises. You’ll play a key role in de-escalating crises, fostering recovery, and empowering clients to develop self-management strategies.
You’ll also facilitate group activities, collaborate with colleagues and partner agencies, and help create a welcoming, supportive environment for service users.
What You’ll Bring:
• Experience working with individuals in mental health crises or with complex needs.
• Excellent listening, communication, and motivational skills.
• Resilience and a calm approach to challenging situations.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference in mental health provision and join a supportive team.
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Please include a covering letter that addresses how you meet the job description for the role:
Crisis Cafe Support Worker job description
Richmond Borough Mind is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are actively interviewing for this role.
Deadline: 29 January 2025
You can take a look at our Volunteer vacancies here: Volunteer Vacancies
Please contact our recruitment team with any questions: [email protected]
