Grow Mental Health are currently seeking to recruit a
National Program Officer
35 hours/week
Working remotely or from a Grow Office if located nearby with some travel
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 20th October 2024
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is passionate about empowering the recovery of people who are affected by mental health challenges.
The individual will work directly with the Head of National Programs, the Regional Program Teams, and the National Support Team to lead the work plan driven by Grow’s strategic plan and objectives.
The NPO will be an inspiring leader, modelling the Grow Mental Health Culture, Values and Behaviours. The purpose of the role is to:
- ensure the Grow programme is adhered to, delivered effectively, ensuring quality and consistency in keeping with Grow’s ethos and culture.
- develop programmes as required and in line with external markets.
- ensure that staff members and volunteers delivering the programme are fully trained and,
- develop the skill set of this team to build organisational capacity and meet strategic initiatives.
Grow Mental Health (Grow MH) is a community of people drawn together by our first-hand experience of mental health challenges. With over 60 years’ experience supporting people in personal growth and recovery, we provide a space where people can tell their story in a confidential and friendly setting.
Using a world-renowned, evidence-based program, our members meet weekly, establish friendships, and begin their unique journey toward mental well-being. Funded by the HSE and fundraising activity, Grow MH operates through a national network of peer support groups that encourage positive action through shared wisdom and practical guidance. Meetings are weekly, are confidential and open to all individuals over 18, no referral is needed.
Employees work directly and indirectly with Grow MH groups and members of the public. The main types of direct work are the encouragement of the peer support process which includes group member empowerment, connecting to resources, experiential sharing, building community, relationship building, group empowerment, skills building, mentoring, goal setting, self-esteem building and socialisation. The main types of indirect work are group planning and development, administration, awareness raising, fundraising, team communication, supervision, training, providing support, education, information gathering and verification.
Whatever the role, Grow MH expects its employees to be familiar with the essence of the Grow MH community, that each individual is a unique and valuable person with the potential to Grow. Grow MH employees are highly valued members of the Grow MH community, contributing their knowledge and skills and growing in expertise in their role.
Some of the benefits of working at Grow Mental Health include:
- A fantastic work/life balance
- Flexible working hours
- The ability to work remotely from home
- A contributory pension
- Mileage allowance
- Tuition assistance
For more details on Grow in Ireland visit our website www.grow.ie
Download the job descriptions here.
Application is by CV and Cover Letter to [email protected]
Any queries relating to the role contact Craig Moore, [email protected], Human Resources Officer