Community Engagement Practitioner

We are Hestia. We make a difference. At Hestia, we are guided by our core values and are dedicated to fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive organisation. Our mission is to empower individuals to rebuild their lives and achieve independence. Right now, we are looking for a Community Engagement Partner to play a pivotal role in our Voluntary Community Service in Barnet. Sounds great, what will I be doing? To provide high quality support as a non-clinical member of NHS'' multidisciplinary Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) to an allocated group of adult service users (18+) with moderate to severe mental illness within the community. To carry out duties in line with Hestia''s and North London Mental Health Partnership (NLMHP)''s policies and procedures. What do I need to bring with me? You''ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires as well as match our values and mission. You don''t have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you''re willing to learn. We also value lived experience of the areas we support, so if you feel comfortable, please do mention this on your application. Here''s what the team will be looking for You bring a solid foundation of professional and practical experience, underpinned by an NVQ Level 4 in Care (or equivalent) or at least two years of hands-on experience within a mental health setting. You demonstrate a strong understanding of mental health issues, recovery models, and co-production ..... full job details .....