Mind Yourself
Post: Programme Development Worker
Part time 21 hours per week til June 2013, may be extended subject to funding
Salary: c.£22,000 pro rata incl Inner London weighting
Location: Kings Cross/Camden- TBC
Mind Yourself is a new organisation aimed at improving the wellbeing of Irish people in London and
reducing the health inequalities we have traditionally experienced. We know that a lot of what is
currently available is not reaching people and we aim to develop creative responses to address these
inequalities.
This post will be central to developing new and innovative approaches to addressing health inequalities
and improving wellbeing. The post will be most suitable to a person who is flexible, can recognise when
an intervention is not working and are open to changing course as the circumstances change. Those
interested in the status quo need not apply.
As a new organisation this is an opportunity to make your mark and learn in real time. While exciting
this may result in some frustration which you will need to able to manage. The role will involve
designing and delivering a programme of innovative and diverse activities in North London aimed at
improving the health and wellbeing of Irish people. You will also be expected to work as part of a team
which delivers training to groups of Irish people and health care professionals, develops appropriate
health promotional material and information, and collects and analyses data to influence public policy. If
you are interested in a very fixed role description then this job are not for you. A job description is
attached.
Working as part of a team you will have previous experience in a similar role, ideally in a health, social
care or voluntary sector setting. You will need to be comfortable handling highly sensitive information
and difficult personal situations. You will receive regular supervision. Strong communication and time
management skills will be required; you will also be computer literate. An understanding of and
empathy with the particular health needs and cultural health determinants of the Irish community is
essential.
If you are interested in applying please send a CV with a covering letter of no more than two A4 pages
outlining your suitability for the post to info@mind-yourself.co.uk by 9am on Monday April 23rd. For an
informal conversation please contact Claire Barry at 07413546059.
Interviews will be held in early to Mid May. Due to staffing constraints we regret that we will be unable
to contact candidates who have not been shortlisted.
MIND YOURSELF
JOB DESCRIPTION
PROGRAMME DEVELOPMENT WORKER
Job Title:
Programme Development Worker [One year fixed term contract]
Salary:
c. £22,000 pro rata [incl Inner London Weighting] + 7.5% Employers pension
contribution after 6 month’s probation
Hours:
21 hours per week – 25 days annual leave pro rata
Location:
Kings Cross/Camden- Exact location to be confirmed
Reporting to:
Director
SUMMARY
The Programme Development Worker will work as part of the Mind Yourself team to reduce health
inequalities in the Irish community and improve the well being of people of Irish birth and descent
including Irish Travellers. The post holder will be expected to develop and deliver a programme of
creative and developmental activities [encompassing the arts, social, heritage, culture,
conservation/environment and physical activity] across the North London area which improve the
health and wellbeing of the Irish community. Working in partnership with other agencies to deliver
these programmes will be a key aspect of the role.
The post holder will work as part of a team to develop innovative culturally sensitive health promotion
material, identify trends and influence public policy.
You are expected to identify funding opportunities and where appropriate to get involved in funding
bids and fundraising to support the work.
RESPONSIBILITIES
 Assessing the health and well being needs of the Irish community in London
 Developing a diverse and creative programme of activities which meet these needs and improve
the health and wellbeing of Irish people in London including mental, physical, emotional and
spiritual well being
 Working to develop an awareness within the Irish community of specific health risks
 Developing and maintaining effective relationships with partner organisations in the Irish
community, and wider health and wellbeing community
 Ensuring the delivery of the programme of activities in Mind Yourself premises or premises of
partner organisations
 Developing and delivering agreed training programmes on health and wellbeing to Irish people
and to health professionals
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Contributing to the development of culturally appropriate health promotion material and
programmes
Identifying potential volunteers to support the work and provide support for volunteers
Maintaining effective records of work which are data compliant
Reviewing and evaluating activities on an ongoing basis
Attending seminars, conferences and workshops as required
Contributing to policy submissions
Maintaining your own wellbeing by participating in regular supervision and in team meetings
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Degree [or equivalent experience] in social care, health promotion,
community health or other relevant discipline
Knowledge and experience of the changing health system in London,
understanding of the personalisation agenda and of health inequalities
Experience of partnership development and working
Experience of developing and delivering developmental group work
activities and training
An understanding of wellbeing in its widest sense, experience of promoting
wellbeing and a personal commitment to your own wellbeing
Understanding of data compliance systems
Experience of contributing to policy development
Interest in and experience of user involvement processes
Understanding of and empathy with Irish Health needs in London and
cultural health determinants of Irish people
Experience in developing public awareness campaigns and promotional
material
Ability to work with hard to reach and vulnerable service users in a
respectful, sensitive way
Effective admin and note taking skills, and understanding the need for
confidentiality and to work sensitively with peoples personal information
Flexible, adaptable and self motivated approach to work – ability to work on
your own initiative
Commitment to a rights based approach to health and wellbeing
Commitment to a multidisciplinary approach to working
Experience of working with and supporting volunteers
Computer Literate
Mind Yourself is an equal opportunities employer.
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