Mental Health Practitioner (Leaving Care)

Job Description

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 S...