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We’re Community Energy Plus – Cornwall’s energy advice charity. We help householders, landlords and communities in Cornwall use their energy better to enjoy warmer, energy efficient homes as part of a more sustainable, low carbon future.
Since 1998, we have worked in partnership with a wide range of public, private and third sector organisations to support a variety of innovative projects relating to energy efficiency and renewable energy, including community ownership models.
A principal focus of our activities is to provide practical help, high quality advice and guidance to address issues faced by many householders living in cold, damp, and poorly insulated properties. We aim to help householders out of fuel poverty and reduce the consumption of unnecessary amounts of energy within the household.
We’re working closely with community groups to promote sustainability; the benefits of collective action; and to support established community groups and encourage the development of new community organisations.
We act as an information gateway, providing a reliable and trusted source of information through research, advice and guidance on the full range of energy and sustainability issues.
Mental Health Wellbeing Caseworker (Redress): Cornwall Mind
About the project
Positive Action for Wellbeing & Support is a new partnership project supporting vulnerable energy consumers across Cornwall who are facing fuel poverty, energy debt and poor mental health. Using a person-centred approach, the project helps people understand and manage the issues causing stress and anxiety around household costs.
Working together, Community Energy Plus, Cornwall Mind, and Citizens Advice Cornwall provide direct, barrier-free referrals into specialist support. By offering holistic, wraparound help, the project aims to improve energy management, financial resilience and overall wellbeing.
About the role
As a Wellbeing Caseworker at Cornwall Mind, you will play a vital role in supporting clients whose mental health impacts their ability to tackle energy-related issues. Referrals will come from Community Energy Plus (CEP), and you will collaborate closely with both CEP Energy Caseworkers and Citizens Advice advisers to ensure a seamless support experience.
The role involves short-term, intensive support – typically up to three home or community visits – using Cornwall Mind’s 5 Ways to Wellbeing to help clients build coping strategies, increase motivation and develop personalised plans. The Caseworker may also accompany clients to appointments to help them stay engaged and move towards resolving their energy challenges.
If you have any questions or wish to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Lorna Richardson at Cornwall Mind, in the first instance lorna@cornwallmind.org
Hours of Work: 9-5pm (22.5 p/w)
Base: Home working/Bodmin/Truro
Salary: £16,491 (£27,485FTE)
Closing date for applications: Monday 2nd January 2026.
Date of interview to be confirmed.
For more details and to make an application, visit: https://cornwallmind.org/get-involved/work-with-us/