lifecraft Self help for mental health

Lifecraft Manager £27,594 + 5% pension contribution
Full time (37.5 hours) – 2 years fixed term appointment

Closing date for applications: 29 August 2008

Our new Manager will work closely with our Members and Trustees to lead us through the next phase of our development. A commitment to good governance and strong project management skills are essential.

The successful candidate will be a good networker, a successful fundraiser and have an appreciation of the issues faced by people who experience mental illness. A background in social care or mental health together with an understanding of how to involve users in the development of services is essential.

Activities Coordinator £22,845 (Pro rata) + 5% pension contribution
24 hours per week – 1 year fixed term appointment

Closing date for applications: 22 August 2008

Leading on the launch of our new Saturday service and the development of our group based activities, the post holder will encourage and support member feedback and involvement. Good planning and organisational skills and an innovative approach to meeting our members’ expectations are essential.

Team leadership experience in social care or mental health and partnership working are also important.

Saturday Support Workers £20,099 (Pro rata) + 5% pension contribution
2 posts - 6 hours per week each – 1 year fixed term appointments

Closing date for applications: 22 August 2008

These workers will be providing our new Saturday service which is a significant new venture for Lifecraft. You must have experience of working with adults with mental health issues and be able to promote the new services to interested groups and individuals who may benefit from working with Lifecraft. Energy, enthusiasm and creativity are key to this role.

Application packs for the above roles are available by emailing recruitment@lifecraft.org.uk or telephone 01223 566957 or 01223 477586

Lifecraft is a registered charity no.1048144

The Bath House, Gwydir Street, Cambridge, CB1 2LW

www.lifecraft.org.uk