Jordan Russell
About Jordan Russell
Jordan Russell serves as a Suicide Prevention & Postvention Administrator at Mind, bringing a diverse background in event management and bereavement support. With experience in various roles, including social media coordination and community management, Russell combines leadership skills with a strong educational foundation in tourism, events management, and healthcare.
Current Role at Mind
Jordan Russell serves as a Suicide Prevention & Postvention Administrator at Mind, a mental health charity in Hackney, England. In this role, Jordan focuses on developing and implementing strategies aimed at preventing suicide and providing support to individuals affected by suicide. This position has been held since 2021, contributing to Jordan's expertise in mental health and crisis intervention.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Prior to joining Mind, Jordan worked as a Community and Events Manager at Richard House Children's Hospice in London for eight months in 2019. This role involved organizing events and community outreach initiatives, which provided valuable experience in event management. Additionally, Jordan held the position of In Memoriam Relationship Manager at Isabel Hospice from 2013 to 2016, further enhancing skills in managing sensitive situations and community engagement.
Education and Qualifications
Jordan's educational background includes a Foundation Degree in Tourism and Events Management from Bournemouth University, completed from 2010 to 2012. Further studies at Central Bedfordshire College led to a distinction in Nursing, Midwifery & Medicine from 2020 to 2021. Jordan also completed a Bereavement Support Foundation Course through Cruse in 2019, enhancing knowledge in bereavement support, which is relevant to the current role in suicide prevention.
Social Media Coordination Experience
Since 2020, Jordan has worked as a Social Media Coordinator at The Pathway Hypnotherapy Rooms in Stotfold, England. This role involves managing social media platforms and creating content to promote the services offered. Jordan's leadership and teamwork skills are essential in this position, allowing for effective collaboration and communication within the team.
Diverse Skill Set in Communication
Jordan possesses a unique combination of skills that enhance communication in sensitive contexts. In addition to bereavement support training, Jordan has achieved a Level 1 qualification in British Sign Language from Oaklands College. This skill set allows for effective interaction with diverse populations, particularly in situations requiring compassion and understanding.