Hospital Mental Health Outreach Worker (Bounce Back)

You helped me to understanding my mental health condition and how to live with it. You was very good and very understanding.

Join our team

Do you want to support people with mental health issues in a moment of crisis? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? If you can embody our values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness, and Responsiveness, and want to help others build resilience and manage their wellbeing, we’d love to hear from you.

About the roles

Hertfordshire Mind has a partnership with Hertfordshire Partnership Foundation Trust (HPFT) to deliver a one-to-one outreach service for people who are in hospitals across Hertfordshire.

There is an emergency department arm of the project, and the role will be based at Watford General Hospital working in A&E departments, with the Mental Health Liaison Team, and hospital wards facilitating hospital discharge for people with a mental health.

The Bounce Back Worker will be based at Watford General Hospital and Hertfordshire Mind Centres, promoting joint working between Watford A&E, Mental Health Urgent Care Centre and the Mental Health Liaison Team, creating a seamless pathway into community support for clients recovering from mental ill health.

Please see the Job Description for more information. 

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a supporting statement explaining why you’re right for the role. Be sure to include your contact details, home address, and whether you have a driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Submit your application to Rebecca Mullane (Services Manager – Complex Needs & Community) at [email protected]

Please note, applications without a supporting/cover letter may not be considered.

Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs.

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  • Reference number 377
  • Responsible to Senior Community Outreach Worker (Bounce Back)
  • Working base 1 x Watford General Hospital and Watford Wellbeing Centre
  • Working hours 37.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm)
  • Rate of pay £26,000 - £27,000
  • Closing date Friday 13th November 2026 at 5pm
  • Interview date Tuesday 15th September, at the Watford Wellbeing Centre
Job Description

Benefits

  • Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising to a max. of 29 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays).
  • Birthday leave day.
  • Cash plan health cover (after 6 months employment).
  • Eligibility for blue light card.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Ongoing training relevant to your role.