Job Introduction

At Turning Point, we support people with Mental Health, Learning Disabilities and Substance Misuse across England. 

Passionate about people, you will enjoy the scope and support to enhance your own life and career too, as you gain the experience and training you need to progress with us.

The successful candidate will work as a part of a team based at Evergreen House, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland Crisis House.

This role is for internal candidates only.

Role Responsibility

You will be responsible for developing and delivering the community aspect of the Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland Crisis House Service. This will be achieved by establishing and managing a range of community based outreach settings, the aim of which is to provide person-centred emotional support and signposting to individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

An integral aspect of the role is to develop and maintain effective partnerships with a range of other agencies across the county and organisation in order to promote and maintain a cohesive approach to crisis management.

You will be required to design, deliver and review a range of crisis interventions, including a group work across the outreach provision.

You will have line management responsibility for a team of 4-6 Recovery Workers and Peer Support Workers.

The Ideal Candidate

You need to have a good understanding of the challenges experienced by people with mental health difficulties and associated complex needs.

We are looking for candidates with experience of supervising a team and of working towards achieving individual and team objectives.

Ability to work in a recovery orientated, person centred and non-judgemental manner is essential.

You need to have a proven track record in managing incidents of verbal and physical aggression.

About us

Why Turning Point?

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision – and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job – we offer you a career.

What benefits will I receive?

Of course, we know it's not about the money. But that doesn't mean we don't reward our people for their invaluable work with a benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Learning and Development opportunities - we are Investors in People Silver accredited
• 28 days holiday, increasing with each year of service until 30 days. Plus the option to purchase additional holidays
• Flexible benefit options including, bike to work schemes and season ticket loans
• Competitive Pension and Life Assurance scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to online Health and Wellbeing support
• Flexible working patterns to support work/life balance
• Access to a wide range of discounts including Cinema, Groceries and Gym.

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