Carers Support Coordinator

Organisation Overview

Unpaid carers are the unsung heroes in our communities, supporting relatives, friends, and neighbours, often with limited or no support, to live the best lives they can. Carers Centre Tower Hamlets (CCTH) is a small, committed organisation dedicated to supporting unpaid carers through a variety of specialist services, from social and therapeutic activities to emotional, mentoring, advocacy, and signposting support. We aim to enrich and empower unpaid carers’ lives, providing them with the support they so selflessly give to others. We are now recruiting to our team someone who will lead on our work to support Carers as part of the Barnsley Street Mental Health Project.

Project Overview

The Barnsley Street Project is a Community Mental Health Pilot aimed at delivering continuous, person-centred mental health care to underserved populations in PCN1 (Bethnal Green). This initiative is a collaborative effort between East London Foundation Trust (ELFT), Tower Hamlets Mental Health Alliance (THMHA), and the Look Ahead Housing Association. Driven by the voice of lived experience, the project is designed to address the systemic gaps in mental health services, particularly for marginalised communities.

Purpose of the role:

To identify and coordinate an effective support service for unpaid carers who support residents who access the Barnsley Street Project, with the aim of supporting carers to have their needs met as well as develop a healthy and sustainable caring role. To facilitate access for unpaid carers in the Barnsley Street Project to appropriate support services, both statutory and voluntary. To provide comprehensive support and information to families and carers. To raise awareness of carers’ needs with professionals in the project environment and contribute to carer-friendly policies.

The post will involve the direct provision of services, referral to and between services, collaborative work with other local agencies and outreach work. The post-holder will provide advocacy, referral, and ongoing practical and emotional support to unpaid carers through individual and group work.

Responsibilities

• Identification and Support: Proactively identify carers of residents who utilise the Barnsley Street Project, and provide them with tailored support, ensuring their well-being is prioritised.
• Information and Guidance: Offer information about available resources, support services, and community networks to assist carers effectively.
• Communication Liaison: Facilitate communication between clinical staff and carers, ensuring they are kept informed about the patient's condition, treatment plan, and any discharge process.
• Emotional Support: Provide compassionate emotional support to carers, listening to their concerns and offering a caring presence during difficult times.
• Training and Education: Organise workshops and peer support groups to equip carers with essential skills for their caregiving role.
• Advocacy: Advocate for carers' needs and rights within the setting, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

• Previous experience in an advice or support role within a mental health or healthcare environment is preferred.
• Empathetic and compassionate nature, with a genuine commitment to supporting carers during challenging times.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with carers, hospital staff, and external partners.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, managing priorities efficiently.
• Proficient in using technology, including email and Microsoft Office suite.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• 25 days (pro rata) of annual leave, plus public holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Continuous professional development opportunities.
• Rewarding work environment making a real difference in carers' lives.

If you are passionate about supporting carers in a hospital setting and possess the skills and empathy required for this role, we would love to hear from you.

Note: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, or disability.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Non-profit Organizations