Community Wellbeing Coordinator

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Community Wellbeing CoordinatorWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.Community Wellbeing CoordinatorWho We AreLeicestershire is made up of vibrant, ambitious and resilient communities. Leicester City in the Community support these groups, and the people within them, through exciting programmes with a passionate and dedicated team at its core. We aim toEngage, Inspire and EmpowerthroughTogetherness, Respect and Pride, changing lives and transforming communities.Leicester City in the Community has a fantastic opportunity for a [JOB TITLE] to join our dynamic team and a fixed term basis.About The RoleAs aCommunity Wellbeing Coordinator, youll play a vital role in supporting the emotional and mental wellbeing of students across the University of Leicester and De Montfort University. Using the power and reach of LCFC, youll create safe, welcoming spaces where students can access early help, build resilience and feel supported before reaching crisis point. From coordinating wellbeing cafés to delivering strengths-based interventions, signposting and referrals, youll be at the heart of a service that makes a real difference in peoples lives.Key Duties;Plan, coordinate, and deliver wellbeing programmes, mental health support activities, and accessible drop-in services for students, including international students, at University of Leicester and De Montfort University.Provide a safe and welcoming environment, offering practical support, signposting, and referrals where necessary.Support individuals to develop healthy coping strategies, build resilience, and promote hope, self-worth, and purpose.Build and maintain partnerships with the VCSE sector, statutory services, and community organisations to create integrated pathways of support.Represent LCitC in local networks and work closely with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) to develop a consistent, high-quality offer.Safeguard the welfare of participants, ensuring compliance with LCitC safeguarding and health and safety policies.Work collaboratively with the universities student support services and wellbeing teams to ensure students receive the level of support required.Line-manage staff and volunteers, providing supervision, reflective practice opportunities, and ongoing development.Who Were Looking ForRelevant qualifications in wellbeing, mental health, or physical activity deliveryThorough understanding of safeguardingMental health awareness and trauma-informed trainingSignificant experience of engaging with adults in a community settingExperience delivering and coordinating wellbeing or mental health programmesExperience managing staff and volunteersKnowledge of local mental health services and pathwaysCoordination experience within a community settingExperience of developing relationships with a wide range of internal and external partners at all levelsAbility to work on own initiative and lead a teamExcellent communicator and ability to build relationships with participants and partners quicklyContract Type Fixed-TermHours Per Week30 hours per weekYou may be required to work outside of normal office hours, at evenings and weekends.Location LCitC is based at King Power Stadium, Leicester. The delivery of sessions with take place at partner schools/Local Community centres etc and some aspects of the role will require homeworking, therefore you will need the ability to travel across multiple sites across Leicester and Charnwood.Leicester City in the Community is an equal opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.Leicester City in the Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As such, you may be subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure & Barring Service and prior to taking up any role.A shortlist of suitable applicants will be compiled shortly after the closing date and successful candidates will be contacted about the interview process.JBRP1_UKTJ
Location:
Leicester
Job Type:
FullTime

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