Vacancy at Carers in Bedfordshire
We are a strong and well-respected local charity with an ambitious plan to expand so that we can do more for carers. Our staff are our most precious resource. We know all our staff and volunteers make a difference in carers lives, whether they support someone caring for another adult in the family, a parent caring for a child with additional needs or a child who has caring responsibilities.
The Community Mental Health Link Worker role is an exciting position that works exclusively to support unpaid carers.
Funded by ELFT (East London NHS Foundation Trust), you will have the flexibility to develop the role while meeting the core outcomes.
You'll be a real people person, be pro-active and enjoy networking; to engage with unpaid carers and build strong relationships with professionals.
Ideally you’ll have an understanding of the internal working of the mental health services. Coaching/training will be given.
Your placement will be in Bedford Borough (ie. Bedford) and will require some travel.
Main duties will include:
- Undertake carer assessments by phone, online or face to face. To identify carer need and implement care plans that are in line with the care act and meet the requirements of Bedford Borough Council.
- Deliver carers well-being interventions as informed by the carers assessment to include psycho-education, low intensity therapeutic support and practical support.
- Support carers to access both statutory, public and other voluntary services within Bedford borough. When appropriate, support carers’ involvement in the review and planning of services for them and the person they care for.
- Work closely with ELFT and CiB colleagues to ensure appropriate assessments and interventions are put in place.
- Provide emotional support, information, advice and advocacy to carers.
- Facilitate outreach sessions such as support groups online and face to face.
And more! - download the job description/person specification in the documents below.
Our working culture is inclusive, friendly and collaborative – with a strong focus on flexibility and an embedded can-do approach. Your skills and passion for our cause will make a direct difference to carers.
TO APPLY
1. Download the files in the documents tab below
2. Once completed, click apply and complete the required fields
3. On the following screen upload a cover letter stating why you are applying and how you match the criteria for the role and your CV.
4. Click "finish application" and you will be sent a confirmation email
5. Or contact cath.brimmell@carersinbeds.org.uk for the job pack
The completion and submission of the equality monitoring form is optional.
We look forward to hearing from you.
We offer flexible working in a supportive, friendly working environment. As an employer, we know that family and life outside work is important and we are as flexible as we can to support all aspects of our staff’s wellbeing.
- Fixed term contract to August 2024
- Part time 21 hours over 3 days, or if additional hours are desired up to full time (35 hours/week) is an option
- A generous holiday allowance of 35 days/year (includes Bank Holidays) - pro rata for part time - increases with service
- Employee Pension Scheme
- Health cash back plan (eg. Dental, Optical, Physiotherapy, etc)
- GP Advice line
- Virtual Doctor
- Legal Helpline
- Employee assistance programme – to support employees maintain their mental health
- Discounts at favourite high street brands
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Amanda Thaxter on 07772 231230.
Please apply ASAP as this vacancy may close early.
Interviews to follow.
| Title | File |
|---|---|
| Equality monitoring form | Equality_Monitoring_Form.docx |
| General information about Carers in Bedfordshire & Partners | General_Information_about_CiB___ELFT_-_updated_24.11.2021.pdf |
| Job Description and Person Specification | CLW_JD_-_Bedford_Borough_(April_23).pdf |