Following recent restructuring of student services provision, a vacancy has arisen for the new and exciting post of Mental Health Coordinator. The purpose of this role is to support the University in meeting the needs of students with complex or enduring mental health problems, by facilitating and coordinating access to appropriate mental health services.

The Mental Health Coordinator will be educated to degree level or equivalent, and will have relevant professional qualifications and experience of working with adults and / or young people with serious or enduring mental health difficulties. Experience of working within a further or higher education setting is desirable and knowledge of relevant legislation relating to mental health and disability is essential.

The post-holder will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and will be able to work independently and as part of the wider Student Services team (including the Counselling, Disabilities and Support Advising teams). Additionally, they will liaise with academic schools and the wider University as required and will work closely with external agencies (such as General Practitioners, Community Mental Health Teams and Social Work), to ensure a collaborative and holistic approach.

The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting the University’s response to critical student incidents where mental health may be a contributory factor. They will also be responsible for working within existing policies and drafting new policies and resources, as appropriate in support of students with complex mental health difficulties. A flexible approach, including working extended hours as required, is necessary for this role.

For further information, please contact Ms Ailsa Ritchie, Deputy Director on 01334 462020 or email ajr7@st-andrews.ac.uk.  

The University of St Andrews is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all, which is further demonstrated through its working on the Gender and Race Equality Charters and being awarded the Athena SWAN award for women in science, HR Excellence in Research Award and the LGBT Charter;  http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/diversityawards/. 

Please quote ref:  AD2006SB 

Closing Date:  12 August 2016

Further Particulars:  AD2006SB FPs.pdf

Student Services
Salary: £31,656 - £37,768 per annum
Start: As soon as possible