Rethink Mental Illness

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Rethink Mental Illness
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Join Our Advocacy Team Make a Real Difference! Role : Trainee or Qualified Multi-Disciplinary Advocate (Dependent on qualifications and experience) Hours : Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm Location : 3 days Devon and Torbay and 2 days Langdon Secure Hospital, Dawlish Are you passionate about empowering people to have their voices heard? Do you want to work for a leading national charity that s been transforming lives for over 50 years? If so, we d love to hear from you! About the Role We re looking for a Trainee or Qualified Multi-Disciplinary Advocate to join our friendly and experienced team at Rethink Advocacy , part of Rethink Mental Illness . In this rewarding role, you ll deliver statutory advocacy across Devon and Torbay, specialising in: Independent Mental Health Advocacy (IMHA) Independent Care Act Advocacy (ICAA) Independent Health Complaints Advocacy (IHCA) You ll spend: 3 days per week working across Devon and Torbay 2 days per week based at Langdon Secure Hospital in Dawlish , About Us Advocates work across two services helping people to understand their rights, express their views, and navigate complex systems with confidence. Rethink Devon and Torbay Advocacy Service is one of the partners in The Devon Advocacy Consortium (DAC). Our multidisciplinary advocates work in partnership with other local organisations across Devon and Torbay to provide specialist advocacy services for adults with a range of additional needs. Rethink Langdon Advocacy is based on site at Langdon Hospital where all patients are detained under sections of the mental health act. The hospital supports men from South-West England who, because of their mental health needs, have had contact with the legal system and require a safe and secure environment where they can receive treatments, therapies, and care to help them recover. Our advocates work across the site providing Independent Mental Health Advocacy for adults detained in the hospital. Who We re Looking For Whether you re already qualified or looking to train, we welcome applicants who are: Committed to human rights and social justice Skilled in communication and empathetic listening Organised, self-motivated, and able to work independently Based in or willing to relocate to Devon What We Offer Full training and support to become a qualified advocate (if applying as a trainee) A supportive team environment Opportunities for professional development The chance to make a meaningful impact every day Ready to apply? Join us at Rethink Advocacy and be part of a team that s changing lives. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status. Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here . We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Please see further details on our Website You can also follow us on Facebook / Twitter / Instagram and LinkedIn to find out more about the work we do!
Rethink Mental Illness
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Imagine being part of an organisation whose common purpose is to help those who are severely impacted by mental illness. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect and dignity and that s why equity is one of our core values. About Bristol Men s Crisis House: All our Accommodation services aim to support people to achieve maximum independence, and to move on to more independent accommodation. Bristol Men s Crisis House service is an up to 14 night stay for men experiencing a Crisis. How you will make a difference as a Team Leader: Work Allocation and Monitoring : Assign tasks and responsibilities within the team. Ensure that team members are meeting service objectives, while also planning and prioritising key tasks. Resource Management : Ensure adequate staffing levels to meet service outcomes. Role Modelling and Practice Guidance : Lead by example, demonstrating professional values and behaviours. Provide expertise and guidance to the team on issues related to best practices. Team Support and Development : Coach and mentor team members through individual and group supervision. Support team members' professional development within budgetary constraints. Recruitment and Induction : Assist with hiring new staff and volunteers. Lead their induction and onboarding into the service. Communication and Information Sharing : Ensure team members are informed about organisational updates and service developments. Quality Improvement : Work collaboratively with the team to improve service quality and seek innovative approaches. Administrative Responsibilities : Oversee administrative tasks, data collection, and reporting requirements. Ensure the quality and accuracy of data and information (RIS/RIVO systems, if applicable). Essential Skills and Experience Required: This role demands leadership skills, particularly in managing a team within a care or mental health context. It requires a blend of practical experience, a deep understanding of recovery, and an ability to maintain high standards of care and service delivery. Experience in Mental Health or Social Care : Direct experience supporting individuals with mental health issues or working in a social care environment in a paid or voluntary role. Recovery Principles : A solid understanding of recovery principles and integrating them into daily practice. Assessment and Planning : Proficient in assessing individual needs and risks. Able to create, implement, and review personalised support and risk management plans. Who are we? We re Rethink Mental Illness, a leading charity provider of mental health services in England. We support thousands of people through our groups, services, policy, campaigns and advice and information. Our work supports us in delivering on our mission: A better life for everyone severely affected by mental illness. It is an exciting time to join our growing charity. We are on a transformation journey, one that supports the delivery of the organisation strategy delivering Communities that Care. Supporting employees, managers and leaders through this change is a key priority for the People function. Just like its key that we attract diverse people to come and work for us. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Diversity is important to us and we appreciate difference through difference, inclusiveness and belonging. It gives us a deeper understanding of the world, our society and the diverse communities we re working with. By including everyone, we are able to draw on the unique experiences and expertise of our people to help shape and enrich our workplace and improve our services. One way we are doing is through our valued staff networks which play a critical and highly valued role in keeping us focused on creating a diverse, inclusive and engaged employer. We recognise and support staff networks and support groups for our ethnically diverse and LGBTQIA+ colleagues. We are also proud to have been awarded Disability Confident Employer status and are a signatory to the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter. We aim for our workforce to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve; for those who work for us to feel heard, valued and feel they belong; and for our work to help tackle wider mental health inequalities. We therefore actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone, including applicants with lived experience of mental illness, those who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or Questioning, Intersex, Asexual and any other gender identity not expressed here (LGBTQIA+); people who are neurodiverse, have a health condition, or a disability or hidden disability and people from an ethnically diverse background - regardless of your age, religious or spiritual belief, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, political view or socio-economic status. Becoming a truly anti-racist organisation We have an ambition of become a truly anti-racist employer, campaigning organisation and service provider - and in our efforts to influence policy and wider societal factors impacting on mental health set out in our anti-racist statement . We have designed a multi-year anti-racist programme of work contained in our Race Equality Action Plan which demonstrates our intention to hold ourselves accountable and be judged on our progress on becoming a truly anti-racist organisation. You can read more about our progress here . We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.