Community Wellbeing & Grants Lead — Mental Health Impact

Volunteer Centre; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Community Wellbeing & Grants Manager to lead initiatives aimed at enhancing mental health support within the community. The ideal candidate will empower individuals with serious mental illnesses through social engagement and resilience-building. This role involves overseeing a team and collaborating with grassroots partners to ensure impactful mental health services are delivered effectively. A passion for community health and team leadership is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health support or community health initiatives.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Community Wellbeing Connectors.
• Contract manage and support VCSE Grantholders.
• Deliver mental health services within the community.

Skills

Relationship-building

Team leadership

Collaborative working

Community empowerment

Job description

A community health organization in Leeds is seeking a dedicated Community Wellbeing & Grants Manager to lead initiatives aimed at enhancing mental health support within the community. The ideal candidate will empower individuals with serious mental illnesses through social engagement and resilience-building. This role involves overseeing a team and collaborating with grassroots partners to ensure impactful mental health services are delivered effectively. A passion for community health and team leadership is essential for success in this position.