Job Description
Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager \n\n We are seeking a passionate mental health professional to lead and inspire wellbeing initiatives for those at risk of homelessness in Manchester.\n\nPosition: Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager\n\nSalary: £14,952 Per Annum (Pro Rata for 15 hours/week) Plus Pension and Other Benefits / £37,380 FTE\n\nLocation: Manchester\n\nHours: Part-time, 15 hours per week\n\nContract: Permanent\n\nClosing Date: 27th April 2025\n\nAbout the Role\n\nAs Mental Health and Wellbeing Manager you will help promote positive mental health coping strategies and the overall wellbeing of clients through various practices that ultimately empower people to take control of their own mental health and wellbeing. \n\nYou will take the lead on developing creative and innovative initiatives that contribute to positive mental health outcomes and personal wellbeing in every aspect of your work. These initiatives will be based on the Endeavour principle of co-production where we will take an asset-based approach focussing on what is strong in people and the spaces and communities we operate in.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nDeveloping resources, workshops and reflective practice training for clients, staff and volunteers\nSupporting teams to navigate mental health services and improve client advocacy\nBuilding psychologically informed environments (PIEs) across Depaul spaces\nPromoting trauma-informed and ACT-based approaches\nCollaborating with local mental health organisations and national teams to standardise best practice\nDelivering training programmes and managing related budgets\nEnsuring safeguarding and quality standards are upheld\n\nAbout You\n\nThis is a strategic, empowering role suited to someone with a deep commitment to mental health and social impact. You’ll bring a strong understanding of the intersection between homelessness and mental health, as well as experience supporting individuals with complex needs.\n\nTo succeed, you will have:\n\nExperience and demonstrable understanding of challenges faced by people facing homelessness, and in particular of issues facing people with mental health challenges\nWorking knowledge of mental health policy, services and community resources\nStrong facilitation and training skills (e.g. TIP, ACT, WRAP, ASIST)\nA degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience\nA collaborative, proactive mindset and strong relationship-building skills\nUnderstanding of safeguarding practices and budget management\nCommitment to equality, inclusion, and professional boundaries\n\nIn return for working here, you will receive:\n\nA comprehensive training package tailored to your needs and role\nCommitment to continued professional development with internal mentoring.\nFlexible working model for suitable roles.\nSupportive flexitime and toil arrangements.\n26 days annual leave rising to 30 after five years’ service.\nFamily friendly leave policies including - maternity, adoption and parental leave and Carers leave.\nFinancial wellbeing offering interest free loans and advances\nAuto-enrolment to pension scheme employer from day 1 with employer contribution up to 7% and increasing with service\nEmployee Assistance Programme and access to the app – 24/7 GP appointments, prescription service, health checks and nutrition advice.\nCycle to Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.\nDiscount vouchers including gym, retail, food & drink, travel, electricals and more.\nCash benefit plan for you and your partner (living with you) and children under 18 including covering Dental, Optical, Hospital Stays, Scans and More \nInternational Accident Cover – accidental death, permanent disability\nDeath in service (4x Base salary)\nLegal Advice line\n\nAbout the Organisation\n\nA leading homelessness charity supporting vulnerable young people and adults across the UK.
The charity’s mission is to prevent homelessness, increase resilience, and promote opportunities through housing and support services. Grounded in Vincentian values, which focus on the potential of people and a commitment to action, inclusion and dignity.\n\nAs part of the team, you’ll receive full induction, training in the Endeavour model, and ongoing supervision and reflective practice support.\n\nAn enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.\n\nOther roles you may have experience of could include: Mental Health Lead, Wellbeing Manager, Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner, Counsellor, Clinical Support Lead, Recovery Worker, Mental Health Coordinator, Mental Health Project Manager, Health and Wellbeing Officer, Trauma-Informed Practitioner. #INDNFP\n\nPLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation