Children's Support Worker

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare recruiter is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Support Worker in Stafford to make a difference in the lives of young individuals aged 12-17 with mental health conditions. You will provide support in various settings and follow care plans, ensuring effective daily assistance. Applicants should have at least 6 months experience in a children's care setting and be able to build rapport with service users while delivering high-quality care. Flexible shift options available.

Benefits

Flexible shifts

Free training

24/7 support from branch team

DBS update service fee covered

Qualifications

• Be over the age of 18 to apply.
• Have 6 months prior experience in a children's care setting.
• Have previous mental health experience in Hospital or ICU settings.

Responsibilities

• Support service users with individual and group therapies.
• Assist with daily tasks and follow care plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Understanding of mental health

Compassion

Job description

CAMHS Mental Health Support Worker Pay rate: from £15.68 an hour, weekly pay Reference: MHSW/Stafford/1. Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a difference in people’s lives? We’d like you to join us at Jane Lewis as a Mental Health Support Worker in Stafford. We are offering an exciting opportunity to support a range of young people and individuals aged 12‑17 with a diagnosed mental health condition and other varying needs.

You will be working within a range of settings including complex mental health rehabilitation and learning disability services.

We can offer you:

• Flexible shifts that fit around you
• Pay rates starting from £15.68 per hour, holiday pay inclusive
• 24/7 support from our branch team
• Comprehensive free training
• Opportunity for further development, including access to NVQ’s
• Your DBS update service fee covered

Requirements:

• Be over the age of 18 to apply
• Have the right to work in the UK
• Be a UK resident, we are unable to offer sponsorship
• Have 6 months prior experience in a children’s care setting (ideally CAMHS)
• Previous Mental Health experience working with Hospital, ICU or PICU settings
• Have excellent communication skills and a basic knowledge of the sector
• Be able to build a strong rapport with service users who have varying needs and abilities
• Have a genuine passion working in the healthcare sector

Duties:

The duties of a Mental Health Support Worker include supporting service users with individual and group therapies, assisting with daily tasks and following care plans.

Established in 1987, Jane Lewis is a leading healthcare recruiter within the UK that puts people first. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to vulnerable individuals.

If you are a motivated and caring individual, apply to be a Mental Health Support Worker in Stafford with Jane Lewis today, terms apply.

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