Mental Health & Substance Misuse Coordinator
* Location: Bermondsey, Southwark, Greater London, United Kingdom
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of young adults facing homelessness? Join our dynamic team as a Mental Health & Substance Misuse Coordinator in Depaul UK, where you will play a vital role in supporting and empowering individuals on their journey towards independence.
About Us:
Depaul UK is the UK’s largest youth homelessness charity dedicated to providing support and opportunities for young adults experiencing homelessness. We believe in creating a positive and empowering environment that fosters resilience and growth. Click here for more information.
Role Overview:
We are searching for a suitable candidate to join our team of professionals as a Mental Health & Substance Misuse Coordinator in our London office. The appointed candidate will join the team on a 12-month fixed term contract working 37.5 hours a week.
As Mental Health & Substance Misuse Coordinator, you will take the lead on developing creative and innovative initiatives that contribute to positive mental health outcomes and personal wellbeing for the clients we work with in our South London support services. These initiatives will be based on our trauma-informed approach to service delivery, which involves coordination of support, both internal and external, and an adoption of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide screening, assessment, and one-to-one needs-led interventions for clients within London services presenting with mental health and substance misuse issues with a goal of self-management and recovery.
* The post holder will carry a small and evolving caseload.
* Undertake person-centered interviews to identify areas where the person wishes to see change and/or recovery and make an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.
* Make decisions on the suitability of new referrals, organize assessments, signpost to appropriate services, and facilitate referrals to specialist services where required.
* Signpost young people with more complex mental health needs to specialist intervention.
* Work with the London Mental Health and Wellbeing manager to develop strategies, structures, and processes that proactively empower clients with poor mental health.
What We Are Looking For – Person Specification:
* Experience and knowledge of working with young people facing homelessness with complex mental health and substance misuse issues, including those who have offended.
* Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field (e.g. psychology, counselling, psychotherapy, substance misuse, restorative work, or social work) or hold relevant experience from other work.
* Knowledge and understanding of additional risks related to the experience of homelessness.
* Experience of undertaking assessments of need to facilitate and coordinate interventions.
* Knowledge of relevant networks in both statutory and community settings and building and managing relationships with partner organisations.
* Workable knowledge of tools/practices that can be used to work with clients collaboratively to increase positive outcomes.
* Demonstrate an understanding of the need to use evidence-based psychological therapies and how it relates to the post.
In return for working here, you will receive:
* A comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role.
* Flexible working model for suitable roles.
* 26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years of service.
* Family-friendly leave policies including maternity, adoption, parental leave, and carer’s leave.
* Auto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7%.
* Employee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks, and nutrition advice.
* Discount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals, and more.
* Cash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18.
* Death in service (4x Base salary).
* Legal Advice line.
Note:
Applications submitted without a supporting statement and/or after the closing date and time stated will not be put forward for shortlisting. In addition, an enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this post.
Applications:
Please apply via the Depaul website only by Sunday 9th March 2025 at 23:59, unless you have specific requirements for an alternative application submission. If you do, please contact the Recruitment team at recruitment@depaulcharity.org.uk.
We kindly request no contact from unsolicited recruitment or media agencies.
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