Bank Project Worker

Sanctuary Supported Living; Winchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization in Winchester is seeking a Bank Project Worker to provide essential support for individuals with mental health needs. You will help customers maximize their independence and well-being through tailored one-on-one support and group activities. Candidates should have experience in mental health settings and possess relevant qualifications. The role offers various benefits, including discounts and development opportunities.

Benefits

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with adults with mental health needs.
• You may have lived experience of using mental health services.
• Willingness to work towards qualification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to encourage customers to maximise their potential.
• Support progress towards independence in managing mental health.
• Develop professional relationships using clear communication.

Skills

Experience with adults with mental health needs

Ability to relate and empathise with people with mental health issues

Ability to work effectively in pressured situations

Experience with records and support plans

Basic knowledge of Microsoft packages

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care

Job description

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Role: Bank Project Worker

The role of Bank 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 are 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 willingness to work towards

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

Job Reference: 225768

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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.