Wellbeing Practitioner

Job DescriptionSalary scale:14.17 per hourContract: PermanentHours:Various shifts available throughout our Wellbeing TimetableBase:Kenburgh House 28 Manor Row Bradford BD1 4QU with some Wellbeing Groups taking place in the communityProbationary Period: 6 monthsClosing Date:9am Thursday 4th DecemberInterview Date:Thursday 11th DecemberIn the first instance any enquiries to be emailed to emailprotected. For an informal chat about the role before applying please contact Laura OShea emailprotected AboutUsBradford District and Craven Mind is a thriving independent mental health charity with a clear purpose to promote positive mental wellbeing and empower and help people experiencing issues with their mental health to manage and work towards recovery and fulfilment.We do this through: Building community and individual resilience for better mental wellbeing Providing early intervention advice and support Supporting people in crisis Empowering and helping people to recover and sustain improved wellbeing Watch this video to find out what its like to work at BDC Mind: our latest Impact Report and 2024-2028 Strategy: out more about our approach to Equity Diversity and Inclusion: us and youll receive: 25 days annual leave per year rising to 28 days with length of service plus bank holidays Up to two additional leave days to use each year to support your wellbeing. Simply Health Cash Plan to claim back on personal health costs including dental optical prescriptions physiotherapy and more. Employee Assistance Service including 24/7 confidential mental health support and access to structured therapy sessions. Generous pension scheme and employer contribution to help you plan for a secure future. Discount schemes including Company Shop and Blue Light Card. Excellent personal development opportunities including access to Clinical Supervision. Enhanced sick pay after your six-month probation. Accredited employer with Mindful Employer Disability Confident and Real Living Wage.Role BackgroundOur Wellbeing Team supports adults across Bradford District & Craven through a range of group sessions and activities. From creative activities to structured support programmes we support people to take care of their emotional and mental wellbeing.Role PurposeWere looking for a committed proactive and enthusiastic person to join our team as a relief worker. As a relief practitioner you will work with colleagues across the team to support facilitate our Wellbeing Groups to cover staff absence and annual leave. Flexibility to work various shifts within the week sometimes on short notice is essential for this role.Person SpecificationIn this role youll be part of a supportive team where collaboration and positivity are key. We value team players who lift others up and contribute to a great working atmosphere aligning with our values of working together and enabling all. BDC Mind is committed to promoting mental health awareness reducing stigma and improving the quality of life for people with mental health challenges. We value diversity inclusion and lived experiences when recruiting our staff and volunteers.QualificationsEssential:Evidence of ongoing professional developmentExperienceEssential:Experience supporting adults within a mental health social care or other relevant settingExperience in managing challenging situations and recognising and responding to safeguarding concernsExperience of using an electronic recording system for service member detailsSkills and AbilitiesEssential:Excellent proven communication and organisational skills including an ability to encourage and engage people in ways to make positive changes in their lives Ability to uphold professional boundaries at all timesAbility to work as part of a team and support colleagues across the serviceAbility to use initiative and be proactiveAbility to complete relevant administrative tasks such as group bookings case studies case notes and incident formsExcellent IT skills including use of Microsoft PackagesDesirable:Ability to develop new resources for Wellbeing SessionsKnowledgeEssential:Understanding of the key issues within mental health and the potential challenges that people may faceKnowledge of risk management and health and safety issues Understanding of safeguarding and good practice Understanding of confidentiality and data protectionExperience facilitating group settings and managing group dynamicsExperience planning and delivering sessions and activities focused around wellbeingDesirable: Awareness and knowledge of Severe Mental Illness (SMI)Knowledge of other relevant health & social care organisations across the Bradford District & Craven Attitude and Personal AttributesEssential:Committed to supporting people in a person-centred and non-judgemental way Committed to equality diversity and inclusion A positive professional and passionate attitudeFlexibility and the ability to adapt to changesWillingness to attend team meetings gather client feedback and contribute towards case studiesA commitment to BDC Minds ValuesWillingness to travel across the district if requiredFlexibility to work various shifts within the week sometimes at short noticeHow to apply: Please click the Apply for this job button and follow the steps to fill out the application form. Upload your CV and a cover letter showing how your experience and skills match the Job Description and Person Specification under. Were unable to provide feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted. We are committed to safeguarding vulnerable children and adults. All successful candidates will need to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a right to work in the UK check. Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Economics,Google Analytics,Access,Commerce,Arabic Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1