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Dartford FC joins forces with North Kent Mind for men’s mental health support group

north380web Wellbeing February 21, 2020February 21, 2020

Dartford Football Club have announced a partnership with North Kent Mind, setting up their own Men’s Group to combat the stigma around male mental health.

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    Over the Christmas period, Wellbeing Services will be running two Christmas drop in’s, within Dartford and Medway, available for anyone 17+ within the local area.

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North Kent Mind is an independent mental health charity. We offer a wide range of services for people who experience mental health issues.
We’re growing our team! North Kent Mind is hiri We’re growing our team! North Kent Mind is hiring a Wellbeing Coach and an Adult Support Services Bank Worker to help deliver vital support in our local community. If you’re dedicated to supporting others, promoting positive mental health, and empowering individuals on their wellbeing journey, we’d love to hear from you! Find out more and apply on our website: https://northkentmind.co.uk/ #JoinOurTeam #newvacancies #northkentmind #charity #wellbeing #wellbeingcoach #adultsupportservices #wellbeingjourney #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthmatters
At North Kent Mind, we believe caring for our ment At North Kent Mind, we believe caring for our mental health starts with small, intentional steps. 💙 We asked our staff how they take care of theirs, here’s what they shared. #northkentmind #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #wellbeing #selfcare #charity #explorepage #reels #mentalhealthsupport #takingcareofme
Today is World Mental Health Day! 💙 We’re en Today is World Mental Health Day! 💙 We’re encouraging everyone to reach out, start conversations, and support those who may be struggling because when we come together, positive change is possible! To find advice, resources, and support please visit our website at northkentmind.co.uk #NorthKentMind #WorldMentalHealthDay #WorldMentalHealthDay2025 #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport
Join our Team! We're looking for a Housing First Join our Team! We're looking for a Housing First Coordinator & Housing First Support Worker! Do you have a passion for supporting people within the community? Are you experienced supporting people with complex needs? If so we have a new service in the Medway area which aligns to the One Medway values and vision to empower and enable people with mental health and complex needs to live independently in the community. We look forward to hearing from you! To find out more or to apply please visit our website: https://northkentmind.co.uk/ #JoinOurTeam #MentalHealthCharity #OpenJobRoles #MentalHealthMatters
North Kent Mind is thrilled to be recognised at th North Kent Mind is thrilled to be recognised at the Kent Mental Wellbeing Awards 2025 @kentmwawards for our BRAVE Project and Men’s Group, and we’re delighted to celebrate our former CEO Justin Bateman as an award winner! A huge thank you to all the staff behind each project – your dedication and hard work make achievements like this possible. We’re proud of the positive impact we’re making on mental health in our community! 💙 #kentmentalwellbeingawards #mensgroup #northkentmind #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport
We’re delighted to celebrate our amazing Chair o We’re delighted to celebrate our amazing Chair of Trustees, Lynsdey, who has won the Ingenuity in the Charity Sector Award at the Kent Charity Awards! Only yesterday, she also carried the Baton of Hope @batonofhopeuk , showing her deep commitment to mental health. As she says: "Linked with my role at Heart of Kent Hospice, my passion for mental health is central to both my day job and my role as Chair." Congratulations, Lynsdey, this award is so well deserved! #BatonOfHope #kentcharityawards2025 ##suicidprevention2025 #mentalhealthawards #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcharity
We were honoured to take part in the Baton of Hope We were honoured to take part in the Baton of Hope today @batonofhopeuk , a truly inspiring movement uniting people to raise awareness, spark meaningful conversations, and share hope around mental health and suicide prevention. The baton is more than a symbol, it reflects our shared commitment to stand by one another, listen with compassion, and remind every person that they are never alone. We are proud to join so many voices in shining a light on hope and driving positive change for the future! 💛 #BatonOfHope #HopeStartsHere #suicidepreventionawareness #suicidepreventionmonth #standuptosuicide
We're running a 12-week depression support group i We're running a 12-week depression support group in Medway! This group offers a safe and welcoming environment to connect with others, explore how depression affects different areas of life, and develop practical tools to manage symptoms. Sessions run for two hours each week over twelve weeks. You can self-refer through Live Well Kent & Medway by calling 0800 567 7699, or by visiting livewellkent.org.uk and completing the online referral form via the QR code. You do not have to face depression alone – support is available! #supportgroup #peersupportgroup #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #NorthKentMind
Join Our Leadership Team at North Kent Mind! Nort Join Our Leadership Team at North Kent Mind! North Kent Mind is seeking a dynamic, visionary, and compassionate Deputy CEO to join our Senior Leadership Team. This is a pivotal role for someone passionate about mental health, service excellence, and strategic leadership. As Deputy CEO, you will: Lead and inspire our service delivery teams across Adult Support Services, Children and Young Persons Services (CYP), and Counselling and Therapy. Deputise for the CEO, ensuring continuity and confidence in leadership. Champion safeguarding, acting as Head of Safeguarding for Adults and Children. Drive performance and innovation, embedding a culture of quality and responsiveness to local needs. Collaborate strategically, working closely with the CEO and SLT to shape the future of North Kent Mind. We’re seeking someone with: proven experience in strategic and operational leadership, a strong background in mental health services for adults and children, excellent mentoring, coaching, and communication skills, a commitment to staff wellbeing, inclusion, and empowerment, experience in safeguarding leadership and working within the VCSE sector, a relevant management or leadership qualification. Why Join Us? North Kent Mind is a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation committed to mental health recovery, inclusion, and excellence. You will be part of a passionate team making a real difference in our communities. Location: Dartford/North Kent, Contract: Permanent/Full Time, Salary: £40,425 – £43,158.24 per annum Closing Date: 17.10.2025 For more information or an informal chat about the role, HR@northkentmind.co.uk or visit our website to apply! #JoinOurTeam #WereHiring #JobVacancy #JobOpening #NorthKentMind #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthcharity
We’re looking for a qualified and motivated Chil We’re looking for a qualified and motivated Children & Young Persons (CYP) Therapist to join our friendly and passionate CYP team at North Kent Mind. You will deliver flexible, short-term therapy (6–12 sessions) to children and young people aged 5–18 (and up to 25 for those with additional needs or care leavers), using skills-based approaches including CBT, DBT-informed practice and Creative Therapies. Sessions are a mix of 1:1 and group work, with delivery in community venues and our Medway base. We provide: • Regular clinical supervision and line management support • Opportunities to shape and grow a service with impact • A supportive charity environment with a strong mission to improve mental health and wellbeing across our communities If you are a qualified therapist (counsellor, CBT therapist, creative arts therapist, play therapist etc.) with experience working with children and young people, we’d love to hear from you. We are holding immediate interviews, so early applications are encouraged! Please apply via our website: https://northkentmind.co.uk/ #northkentmind #joinourteam #werehiring #mentalhealthcharity #mentalhealthawareness #youngmindsmatter
Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the DGS Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the DGS Neighbourhood Health Event, hosted by Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley Health and Care Partnership in collaboration with HCRG Care Group. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect and network with so many fantastic organisations who are working together to support and strengthen our local community. #communityevent #localcommunity #DGSNeighbourhood #northkentmind #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters
On World Suicide Prevention Day, North Kent Mind s On World Suicide Prevention Day, North Kent Mind stands with our community to support those impacted by suicide and and to work towards a future where mental health support is accessible to all. Together, we can create hope. #northkentmind #worldsuicidepreventionday #worldsuicidepreventionmonth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #suicidepreventionmonth #suicideawareness
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to r September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, break the stigma, and stand together with those affected by suicide. Raising awareness and providing support can save lives. At North Kent Mind, we provide support for anyone struggling with their mental health, as well as for families and communities impacted by suicide. Here's how you can help: Check in with friends, family, and colleagues, a simple conversation can make a big difference. Let those affected know that you care about them and that they are not alone Be non-judgemental and don’t criticise or blame them Together, we can bring hope, show people they are not alone, and work towards a future where fewer lives are lost to suicide. #suicidepreventionawareness #suicidepreventionmonth #suicidprevention2025 #NorthKentMind #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness
We had an amazing day this past Saturday at the St We had an amazing day this past Saturday at the Sticks n Stones Wellbeing Festival at Medway, University of Greenwich campus! 🌟 It was wonderful connecting with the community, sharing mental health resources, and enjoying a day filled with entertainment, positivity, and joy! #NorthKentMind #WellbeingFestival #CommunityMatters #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport
📣 We're Hiring 📣 We're seeking qualified Se 📣 We're Hiring 📣 We're seeking qualified Sessional Therapist to join our Children and Young People’s team on a sessional basis. This flexible role involves delivering short-term therapeutic interventions for CYP aged 5–18 (or up to 25 with SEND) across Medway. We are particularly interested in therapists with experience in CBT, DBT-informed approaches, counselling and creative modalities, who can offer effective support in a brief intervention format. Sessional Therapists must be registered with a recognised professional body and either engage in North Kent Mind’s clinical supervision or provide evidence of their own monthly supervision. A minimum of four sessions per week is expected, with working days agreed based therapist availability. Delivery takes place in our Chatham office, Family Hubs and community venues during core hours (9am–5pm). If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment, we would love to hear from you! Visit our website to apply: https://northkentmind.co.uk/ #newvacancy #werehiring #openrole #childrenandyoungpeople #cbt #dbt #youngminds #youngmindsmatter #sessionaltherapist #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters
📣 Upcoming Anger Management Course! Our next 6 📣 Upcoming Anger Management Course! Our next 6-week Anger Management course starts on Saturday 13th September at our Medway office and runs every Saturday from 10am to 12:30pm. The full course costs £150 in total and includes weekly group sessions (max 10 people) in a safe, supportive environment. It’s open to anyone aged 18 and over, even if you live outside the area, with payment required up-front. A short assessment is needed before joining and with spaces filling up fast, we recommend getting in touch soon to book your spot! If you would like to secure your place, or have any questions, please contact: fee-payingservices@northkentmind.co.uk #angermanagementcourse #mentalhealth #mentalhealthsupport #angermanagamentsupport #mentalhealthawareness
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of meeting Jim Dick Yesterday, we had the pleasure of meeting Jim Dickson MP, Dartford’s Member of Parliament @jim4dartford. We spoke about mental health, how we can keep supporting our local community during times of crisis, and the upcoming Mental Health Act Reform. A big thank you to Jim for taking the time to have these important conversations with us! #mentalhealthawareness #northkentmind #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthact #mentalhealthsupport
Well done to everyone getting their GCSE results t Well done to everyone getting their GCSE results today! GCSE results are just one part of your journey. Be proud of everything you’ve achieved to get here! Your future is full of possibilities! 💙 #GCSEresults #MentalHealthMatters #NorthKentMind #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport
We had a fantastic time at Medway Pride this past We had a fantastic time at Medway Pride this past Saturday! It was wonderful to stand alongside our community, celebrating equality and raising awareness of the importance of mental health support for all. #medwaypride #mentalhealthcharity #mentalhealthmatters #Pride2025 #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness
Our Dartford office will be closed on Thursday 28t Our Dartford office will be closed on Thursday 28th August and Friday 29th August due to essential building renovation and repairs. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. #officeclosed #temporaryclosure #northkentmind #mentalhealthcharity
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