Randstad are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Adviser to join Keele University and their Counselling and Mental Health Support Service. This is a vital role focused on supporting students with moderate to serious and enduring mental health difficulties, helping them manage their wellbeing while achieving their academic goals.
The Role
Working within a multi-disciplinary team, you will provide essential individual and group-based support. You will serve as a bridge between the university and external agencies, such as the NHS, to ensure students receive timely and appropriate care. You will work in a hybrid capacity at the university on a part-time basis (around 24 hours per week).
Key Responsibilities:
... - Direct Support: Deliver individual and group support for students with complex mental health needs using stepped care and psycho-therapeutic interventions.
- Case Coordination: Proactively coordinate support packages in conjunction with the University, community partners, and local Mental Health Trusts.
- Expert Consultation: Act as a specialist point of contact for other University professional services regarding students in crisis or with serious mental health presentations.
- Institutional Collaboration: Work closely with the Disability Service to ensure support recommendations align with current disability legislation.
- Administrative Excellence: Maintain high-quality, confidential professional records and participate in monthly case management and facilitated group supervision.
Requirements:
We are looking for a professional who can maintain firm boundaries while working compassionately with a diverse student population.
Essential Criteria:
- Qualifications: Degree-level education or equivalent significant experience in a specialist mental health setting.
- Clinical Experience: Proven track record in assessing mental health needs, identifying risk, and working with severe and enduring mental health problems.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK legislation, specifically the Mental Health Act (2007) and disability legislation.
- Team Skills: Ability to work reflectively within a therapeutic team and communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences.
- Reliability: Commitment to maintaining professional registration (if applicable) and attending key university events if required.
Desirable Criteria:
- Status as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (e.g., Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Mental Health Social Worker).
- Experience working in non-statutory or Higher Education settings.
