Mental Health Crisis Worker - Southmead

4754973
  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Bristol
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Social Housing
  • Industry

    Government & Public Services
  • Pay

    £26,056 - £28,172 (£2,116 night allowance)

🕒 Hours: 37 per week (full-time) – 3 positions available

Your new company

Ready to make a real difference? Apply now to join a caring, community-focused team supporting mental health and recovery.

Locations:
  • Southmead – 2 permanent full-time positions
  • Speedwell – 1 permanent full-time position
Hours: 37 per week (full-time)

  • £26,056 per annum, plus an additional £2,116 night allowance for night shifts
  • Total potential earnings: approx. £28,172 per annum

Shift Pattern
As part of a 24/7 service, you'll work on a flexible rota including:
  • 08:00–16:00
  • 09:00–17:00
  • 14:00–22:00
  • 21:45–08:15 (three consecutive nights roughly every six weeks)

Your new role

You’ll engage with people experiencing mental health crises, using a recovery-focused, psychologically informed, trauma-aware approach. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll support individuals to navigate crisis, link into community services, build resilience, and maintain wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities

  • Build trusting, recovery-focused relationships with service users
  • Collaborate with carers, professionals, and partner agencies
  • Co-design, implement, and review crisis and relapse prevention plans
  • Conduct risk assessments, monitor wellbeing, and escalate safeguarding issues
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with policy


What you'll need to succeed

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a car
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Experience supporting individuals with mental health or complex needs


What you'll get in return

  • Permanent, full-time roles in a supportive, values-driven team
  • Professional supervision, clinical support, and reflective practice opportunities
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing development
  • Travel expenses are covered and an optional cycle-to-work scheme.
  • 26 days annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus all bank holidays


What you need to do now


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