Mental Health Helpline Worker – Part Time, Evening Shift

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Home-based mental health helpline worker providing crisis support and de-escalation for Rethink Mental Illness callers. Assessing needs, managing risk plans, and connecting people with appropriate services.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide telephone-based emotional support and crisis de-escalation.
  • Complete assessments and identify support needs.
  • Develop and review support, safety and risk management plans.
  • Support people to identify recovery goals and take positive steps towards achieving them.
  • Signpost and refer individuals to community services and specialist support.
  • Work collaboratively with NHS partners and external agencies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records using electronic systems.
  • Support volunteers and contribute to continuous service improvement.
  • Promote recovery, hope and independence in every interaction.
  • Work from home as part of a dedicated team supporting people experiencing urgent mental health concerns.

Requirements:

  • Experience supporting people with mental ill health, or experience delivering care and support in a health or social care setting (paid or voluntary).
  • Ability to assess an individual's needs and circumstances and develop effective support and risk management plans.
  • Strong knowledge of mental health and appropriate intervention approaches.
  • Excellent communication, listening and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to work independently while remaining an effective team member.
  • A commitment to the values and behaviours of Rethink Mental Illness.
  • Enhanced DBS Check with Adults and Children.
  • Desirable: QCF Diploma, NVQ Level 3 in Care, Certificate in Community Mental Healthcare, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Desirable: Experience working within crisis support, helpline services, mental health services or community-based support.
  • Availability to work one full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) every 4 weeks.
  • Availability to work bank holidays; annual leave is not permitted over the Christmas and New Year period, with a rota requiring three additional 4-hour shifts.

Benefits:

  • Ongoing training and development opportunities.
  • Regular supervision and support.
  • The opportunity to work within an experienced and supportive team.
  • A role where every shift can make a life-changing difference.
  • The chance to help people find hope, safety and support when they need it most.