Manchester Mind believes in the power of listening and of being heard, because better understanding of mental health benefits everyone.
We are working to increase access to mental health support for care leavers. Working in collaboration with Manchester City Council, this role will be part of the Staying Close team, developing a service for young people age 16-25 who are stepping across from residential homes and/or released from custody, developing their pathway to independence. The service will offer a range of practical and emotional support.
Position: Mental Health Practitioner (Leaving Care)
Salary: £32,271 p.a.
Hours: 35 hours per week until 31st July 2026
(extension possible dependent upon funding)
Base: Manchester Mind Children and Young People s Service (CYP),
339 Stretford Road Hulme, Manchester M15 4ZY
Reporting to: Manchester Mind CYP Service Manager
The skills and knowledge that are important to us are:
A relevant professional qualification in Social Work, Counselling, or Youth & Community Work (at graduate level).
At least two years experience working with young people aged 16-25 in the care system and/or youth work. (ESSENTIAL)
Experience in providing effective short-term and long-term support to young people who are under stress/have mental health difficulties.
Ability to engage with young people individually using creative and imaginative methods and processes.
Ability to work collaboratively and to create kind relationships with colleagues, partners, volunteers, staff and young people that lead to people feeling accepted, understood and able to contribute.
You can download the application documents from our website.
The closing date is 9am on Wednesday 22nd October andinterviews will take place on Tuesday 4th November.
Manchester Mind is striving to be an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Manchester Mind sees it as a positive advantage if you have experience of mental health issues and/or have used mental health services, or had experience of volunteering.