Do you want to support people with mental health issues? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? Can you demonstrate our values of Hope , Courage , Together and Responsive and want to be part of our mission to create opportunities for individuals to make choices, find their own solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing? If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you. Peer Support Workers Reference: 312 Responsible to: Peer Support Team Lead Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: One Year Fixed Term (Subject to Contract Extension) Rate of pay: £25,233 to £26,000 per annum Based: Closest Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centre to home, but role involves travelling across Herts county We are pleased to be able to offer an opportunity for two Peer Support Workers to join our thriving team. About the Peer Support Services Our Peer Support Service started 13 years ago, with 2 Wellbeing Centres offering this new service. Since then, we have seen our service grow and we now offer Peer Support across the whole of Hertfordshire Working in co-production with clients, staff, volunteers and stakeholders, we were able to create our own Peer Support Charter Values (this can be found on our website). These values form the ethos we work towards within our peer support team. These values also complement HMN s values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness and Responsive, which form the basis of all the work we do as an organisation. About the Role Working with the team to offer 1-1 peer support to anyone accessing HMN. The Peer Support service provide tailored support for individuals to support their needs. This includes using different tools and techniques to help an individual improve areas of their life they may be struggling with. Having a lived experience of mental health issues or supporting someone who has is a key element to what makes this service so unique. The Peer Support approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity and compassion. Peer Support is based on the recognition that there is no better person to support the path towards recovery, than someone who has walked a similar path as that person. To meet client needs, and work to this personalised approach, we do support people out in the community, within their home, as well as in one of our Wellbeing Centres. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. The successful candidate will need a personal understanding of mental ill health, either from your own lived experience or by caring for someone with a mental health condition and have awareness of issues in mental health service provision. Peer Support Workers will also provide support within our Peer Support Groups, Peer Support Learning Sets and Peer Support Academy when needed. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 28 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 21st November 2025 Shortlisted Applicants will be notified of an interview date. Please note: Due to high numbers of expected applicants, we may close this advert early. N.B. Please quote reference number 312 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Oct 31, 2025
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? Can you demonstrate our values of Hope , Courage , Together and Responsive and want to be part of our mission to create opportunities for individuals to make choices, find their own solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing? If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you. Peer Support Workers Reference: 312 Responsible to: Peer Support Team Lead Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: One Year Fixed Term (Subject to Contract Extension) Rate of pay: £25,233 to £26,000 per annum Based: Closest Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centre to home, but role involves travelling across Herts county We are pleased to be able to offer an opportunity for two Peer Support Workers to join our thriving team. About the Peer Support Services Our Peer Support Service started 13 years ago, with 2 Wellbeing Centres offering this new service. Since then, we have seen our service grow and we now offer Peer Support across the whole of Hertfordshire Working in co-production with clients, staff, volunteers and stakeholders, we were able to create our own Peer Support Charter Values (this can be found on our website). These values form the ethos we work towards within our peer support team. These values also complement HMN s values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness and Responsive, which form the basis of all the work we do as an organisation. About the Role Working with the team to offer 1-1 peer support to anyone accessing HMN. The Peer Support service provide tailored support for individuals to support their needs. This includes using different tools and techniques to help an individual improve areas of their life they may be struggling with. Having a lived experience of mental health issues or supporting someone who has is a key element to what makes this service so unique. The Peer Support approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity and compassion. Peer Support is based on the recognition that there is no better person to support the path towards recovery, than someone who has walked a similar path as that person. To meet client needs, and work to this personalised approach, we do support people out in the community, within their home, as well as in one of our Wellbeing Centres. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. The successful candidate will need a personal understanding of mental ill health, either from your own lived experience or by caring for someone with a mental health condition and have awareness of issues in mental health service provision. Peer Support Workers will also provide support within our Peer Support Groups, Peer Support Learning Sets and Peer Support Academy when needed. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 28 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 21st November 2025 Shortlisted Applicants will be notified of an interview date. Please note: Due to high numbers of expected applicants, we may close this advert early. N.B. Please quote reference number 312 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Domestic Abuse Caseworker Reference number: 301 Responsible to: Team Leader Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre Community Outreach in: Watford and Three Rivers Working hours: Part-Time, 30 hours per week Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum, pro rata About the Service The aim of the Hertfordshire Mind Network Domestic Abuse Casework Service is to provide advice, information, and support to survivors of intimate partner or familial violence living in the community about the range, effectiveness, and suitability of options to improve their safety and that of their children. All advice will be based on a thorough understanding and assessment of risk and its management. About the role The purpose of the Hertfordshire Mind Network Community Outreach Worker role is to: Provide support and advocacy services to clients experiencing domestic abuse Ensure direct contact is made with the client within a specified time of an incident being reported to the police and to carry out a risk assessment. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly. Maintain and enhance service delivery standards and effectiveness. Support the team with case management and volume of referrals to ensure a short waiting time and referrals are contacted promptly and assessed appropriately. Collate and obtain feedback regarding the effectiveness of the service. Key Responsibilities Support the wellbeing of clients who are affected by domestic abuse. Contribute to a reduction in repeat victimisation Reduce the number of victims withdrawals of witness statements Be aware of the impact on children of domestic abuse and make referrals to appropriate agencies to support the children where necessary. Increase the reporting of children at risk of harm Increase successful court outcomes by proactively supporting clients and work with the witness services for cases going to court Work with the wider team within Hertfordshire Mind Network and support clients in accessing additional support e.g. counselling, peer support, employment support and self-development courses Work with other professionals e.g. police, health, social care, housing, and signpost and liaise with such agencies as necessary Work with and signpost to other third sector partner agencies as necessary Provide a first point of contact for professionals and clients and pass on necessary cases or referrals to the Domestic Abuse Caseworker. Refer to the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) if required and local IDVA service. Benefits Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays). Birthday leave day. Cash plan health cover (after 6 months employment). Eligibility for blue light card. Employee Assistance Programme. Ongoing training relevant to your role. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 28th November 2025 at 5pm . Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. N.B. Please quote reference number 301 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Domestic Abuse Caseworker Reference number: 301 Responsible to: Team Leader Working base: Watford Wellbeing Centre Community Outreach in: Watford and Three Rivers Working hours: Part-Time, 30 hours per week Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum, pro rata About the Service The aim of the Hertfordshire Mind Network Domestic Abuse Casework Service is to provide advice, information, and support to survivors of intimate partner or familial violence living in the community about the range, effectiveness, and suitability of options to improve their safety and that of their children. All advice will be based on a thorough understanding and assessment of risk and its management. About the role The purpose of the Hertfordshire Mind Network Community Outreach Worker role is to: Provide support and advocacy services to clients experiencing domestic abuse Ensure direct contact is made with the client within a specified time of an incident being reported to the police and to carry out a risk assessment. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of the client is monitored and reviewed regularly. Maintain and enhance service delivery standards and effectiveness. Support the team with case management and volume of referrals to ensure a short waiting time and referrals are contacted promptly and assessed appropriately. Collate and obtain feedback regarding the effectiveness of the service. Key Responsibilities Support the wellbeing of clients who are affected by domestic abuse. Contribute to a reduction in repeat victimisation Reduce the number of victims withdrawals of witness statements Be aware of the impact on children of domestic abuse and make referrals to appropriate agencies to support the children where necessary. Increase the reporting of children at risk of harm Increase successful court outcomes by proactively supporting clients and work with the witness services for cases going to court Work with the wider team within Hertfordshire Mind Network and support clients in accessing additional support e.g. counselling, peer support, employment support and self-development courses Work with other professionals e.g. police, health, social care, housing, and signpost and liaise with such agencies as necessary Work with and signpost to other third sector partner agencies as necessary Provide a first point of contact for professionals and clients and pass on necessary cases or referrals to the Domestic Abuse Caseworker. Refer to the Multi Agency Risk Assessment Conference (MARAC) if required and local IDVA service. Benefits Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays). Birthday leave day. Cash plan health cover (after 6 months employment). Eligibility for blue light card. Employee Assistance Programme. Ongoing training relevant to your role. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 28th November 2025 at 5pm . Interviews will be held on a rolling basis. Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. N.B. Please quote reference number 301 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Job title: Hospital Mental Health Outreach Worker (Bounce Back) Reference Number: 303 Reports to: Senior Community Outreach Worker Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, Monday Friday) Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum - depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Based: Kingfisher Court, Radlett WD7 / Albany Lodge, St Albans AL3 / Borehamwood Wellbeing Centre WD6 + Outreach About the Project Herts Mind Network (HMN) has formed a partnership with Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust (HPFT) to deliver a one-to-one outreach service for people who are in psychiatric hospitals across Hertfordshire, based at Kingfisher Court in Radlett. About the Role: The Bounce Back worker will use a recovery orientated approach working with patients on the ward, and in the local community, including in people s homes. The Bounce Back Worker will be based at Kingfisher Court or Albany Lodge and Herts Mind Network Centres, promoting joint working between Kingfisher Court staff and HMN, creating a seamless pathway into community support for clients recovering from mental ill health. The aims of the Bounce Back service are; to provide up to 10 sessions of emotional and practical support, advice and information to patients. We will visit patients on the ward and continue the sessions in the local community and in patient s homes once discharged. We will facilitate a smooth and timely hospital discharge. The recovery approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity, compassion and humanity. Key Responsibilities Receive referrals from the ward teams at Kingfisher Court, Albany Lodge and other appropriate hospitals across Hertfordshire. Provide practical and emotional support to encourage patients to develop their independence within their local community. Facilitate a smooth discharge from hospital back to the community. Have a solid understanding on the dual effect of mental health and drugs and alcohol. Monitor outcomes and evaluate the service. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of patients using the service is monitored and reviewed regularly. Embed a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 27th October at 5pm . Interviews to be held on Tuesday 4th November at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope , Courage , Togetherness , and Responsiveness , and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we d love to hear from you. Job title: Hospital Mental Health Outreach Worker (Bounce Back) Reference Number: 303 Reports to: Senior Community Outreach Worker Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, Monday Friday) Salary: £26,000 - £27,000 per annum - depending on skills and experience, inclusive of Outer London Weighting (OLW) Based: Kingfisher Court, Radlett WD7 / Albany Lodge, St Albans AL3 / Borehamwood Wellbeing Centre WD6 + Outreach About the Project Herts Mind Network (HMN) has formed a partnership with Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust (HPFT) to deliver a one-to-one outreach service for people who are in psychiatric hospitals across Hertfordshire, based at Kingfisher Court in Radlett. About the Role: The Bounce Back worker will use a recovery orientated approach working with patients on the ward, and in the local community, including in people s homes. The Bounce Back Worker will be based at Kingfisher Court or Albany Lodge and Herts Mind Network Centres, promoting joint working between Kingfisher Court staff and HMN, creating a seamless pathway into community support for clients recovering from mental ill health. The aims of the Bounce Back service are; to provide up to 10 sessions of emotional and practical support, advice and information to patients. We will visit patients on the ward and continue the sessions in the local community and in patient s homes once discharged. We will facilitate a smooth and timely hospital discharge. The recovery approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity, compassion and humanity. Key Responsibilities Receive referrals from the ward teams at Kingfisher Court, Albany Lodge and other appropriate hospitals across Hertfordshire. Provide practical and emotional support to encourage patients to develop their independence within their local community. Facilitate a smooth discharge from hospital back to the community. Have a solid understanding on the dual effect of mental health and drugs and alcohol. Monitor outcomes and evaluate the service. Ensure that the safety and wellbeing of patients using the service is monitored and reviewed regularly. Embed a person centred and recovery orientated approach in all aspects of the roles and responsibilities. We offer: Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays) An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period. Ongoing training relevant to your role. An Employee Assistance Programme. Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle is essential for this role. Closing date for receipt of applications is Monday 27th October at 5pm . Interviews to be held on Tuesday 4th November at our Watford Wellbeing Centre. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.
