Mental Health Coordinator

The Royal College of Art is expanding its commitment to student wellbeing in response to growing demand for specialised mental health support. We are seeking an energetic and resourceful Mental Health Coordinator to lead the continuous development of our Wellbeing Strategy. This critical role will play a key part in developing our assessment journey preparedness for the University Mental Health Charter and ensuring the delivery of integrated, high-quality mental health services that seamlessly align with existing welfare initiatives., + Student Support: Provide individualised support for students with complex mental health needs, including conducting risk assessments and managing crisis situations.
+ Strategic Leadership: Lead the continuous development of the College's Mental Health Strategy and suicide prevention initiatives.
+ Collaboration: Work closely with academic departments, welfare services, and external agencies to ensure cohesive support for students.
+ Staff Guidance: Offer expert advice and training for staff and members of the Students' Union on managing and responding to student mental health challenges.
+ Community Engagement: Drive awareness and promote a culture of wellbeing through initiatives, workshops, and events.
+ Policy Development: Contribute to the development of policies and procedures that support a fully inclusive learning environment.

We're looking for someone with considerable initiative and a passion for mental health advocacy. Experience in a university setting is beneficial, though not essential. What matters most is your ability to develop and deliver a responsive, professional service that meets the diverse needs of our students and staff. Collaboration is key in this role, as you'll be working with a wide range of stakeholders both within and outside the College.

RCA Benefits available here: https://www.rca.ac.uk/more/work-at-the-rca/staff-benefits/
The Royal College of Art (RCA) aims to foster an inclusive culture which promotes equality, values diversity and maintains a working, learning and social environment in which the rights and dignity of all its staff and students and stakeholders are respected.
We recognise the broad range of experiences that a diverse staff and student body brings and how this strengthens our research and enhances our teaching. In order for RCA to remain a world-leading institution we are committed to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) principles throughout all of our processes, from application through to appointment.
Please tell us if you need any assistance in applying or if you need the information in a different format. In your message to resourcing@rca.ac.uk include

Please see our web site for more information. This is a full time and permanent role. There is a hybrid element of 2 days home/3 days campus but flexibility will be needed to suit the business needs of this role.
Closing date for applications is 11.59pm on 29^th September 2024
Interviews are likely to be held on 14th October 2024

Further details: Information Pack