Community Mental Health Support Worker

NHS Highland; Melvich; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland in Wick is seeking a compassionate Community Mental Health Support Worker to join the Sutherland Integrated Health and Social Care Team, based at Sinclair Court, Melvich.

You will support individuals with mental health difficulties in their homes and communities across North Sutherland, working with Community Mental Health Nurses and the wider team to promote independence and wellbeing; a full driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in community health or mental health setting preferred.
• Strong communication and empathy for patients and carers.
• Driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in their own homes and local communities across North Sutherland.
• Collaborate with Community Mental Health Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care.
• Assist with care plans, promote self-management, and support early intervention.

Job description

Advertised location: Wick

Advertised salary: Band 3 (£29,103 - £31,409)

Employment type: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a compassionate and motivated Community Mental Health Support Worker to join the Sutherland Integrated Health and Social Care Team, based at Sinclair Court, Melvich

This rewarding role involves supporting individuals experiencing mental health difficulties within their own homes and local communities across North Sutherland. You will work closely with Community Mental Health Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care, helping individuals to maintain independence, improve wellbeing and engage with services.

The post holder will provide practical and emotional support, assisting with care plans, promoting self-management and supporting early intervention to prevent deterioration and reduce the need for more intensive services.

The post holder will also support the service with any administrative tasks as appropriate.

You will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, empathy and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a community setting.

A full driving licence is essential, and access to a vehicle for work purposes may be required.

Flexible Working

• Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd-labhairt na Gàidhlig

Care and compassion Dignity and respect Openness, honesty and responsibility Quality and teamwork

NHS Highland is an equal opportunities employer.