Bank Project Worker

Sanctuary Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Bank Project Worker to support individuals with mental health needs at a dedicated service in London. This role involves providing personalized support to help clients achieve their independence and well-being. You will engage with clients through one-on-one interactions and group activities, ensuring their dignity and safety are prioritized. With a commitment to inclusivity and well-being, this organization offers a supportive environment and a flexible employment package that recognizes your contributions. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Wellbeing support and tools

Employee Advice Service including counselling

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with mental health needs is essential.
• Ability to empathize and relate to individuals with mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to customers with mental health needs to promote independence.
• Conduct risk assessments and regularly update support plans.

Skills

Experience with adults with mental health needs

Empathy and relational skills

Ability to work in pressured situations

Record keeping and support plan maintenance

Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bank Project Worker

Location: Park Lodge, 251 Victoria Park Road, London E9 7BQ

Salary: £14.67 per hour

Hours: As and when required

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Bank Project Worker at our Mental Health Service at Park Lodge, London. We specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

The role of Project Worker will include:

• Providing support to encourage our customers with mental health needs to maximise their own potential and independence
• Supporting progress towards independence in managing positive mental health
• Offering one-to-one support as required
• Promoting safety by undertaking risk assessments and reviewing customers’ needs
• Regularly assessing the needs of customers, writing, and updating support plans
• Developing professional relationships with customers, using appropriate and clear communication to ensure their personal choice, privacy and dignity is maintained
• Delivery of small group activities to promote recovery and well-being

Skills and experiences:

• Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs
• The ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues
• You may have lived experience of using mental health services and will have the knowledge and understanding to support people in crisis
• Ability to work effectively in highly pressured situations
• Experience with developing and maintaining accurate records and support plans
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages and internet communications
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or willing to work towards is desirable

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental, and financial health, and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee Advice Service including counselling

Job Reference: 223793

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

If you are applying internally, don't forget to use your internal careers account to submit your application. We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.