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Job description

At Omagh & Prospects CWS, we deliver therapeutic group support and 1:1 interventions to adults aged 18-65 with a wide range of mental health and addiction recovery needs. The people we support are working to rebuild confidence, reconnect with their community, and learn how to manage their wellbeing on their own terms and you’ll be right beside them. This is a role where you’ll co-create groups, build trust, and support people through highs and lows. No two days look the same and that’s exactly what makes it so meaningful.

Responsibilities

• Run and co-facilitate groups based on member needs and interests.
• Provide keywork and support planning, including risk management and goal setting.
• Help people build emotional resilience and advocacy skills.
• Plan sessions, gather resources.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• To be flexible and work such hours as required by the post in order to meet the needs of the service.
• Be educated to QCF/NVQ Level 2, or equivalent, in a related subject e.g. Care and 6 months paid experience supporting people within a health and social care setting.
• Or: A minimum of 12 months' paid experience supporting people within a health and social care setting.
• Have proven experience of motivating, supporting and mentoring Service Users.
• Experience of maintaining service user and agency records.
• Working knowledge of using IT systems.
• A full current driving licence and access to a car. Consideration will be given to alternative travelling proposals in respect of applicants with a disability who cannot hold a licence.

Further Information

Location: Relief Project Worker Omagh & Prospects Community Wellbeing Services (CWS)