Community Mental Health Support Worker — Training & Progression

Alcedo Care; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,664 - 21,352; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£250 welcome bonus after 3-month probation

Mileage contributions for car drivers

DBS payment scheme

In-house training team + e-learning

Career progression opportunities

Recognition awards

Free 24/7 wellbeing support network

£252 bonus for referring a friend

Job summary

A care service provider in Leeds seeks a Mental Health Support Worker to assist adults and children with mental health needs. Responsibilities include providing personal care, medication management, and supporting clients to live independently. Candidates should have prior experience in a similar role and a good command of English. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and various benefits, including bonuses and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Support Worker, Healthcare Assistant, Nurse, or similar role.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Over 18 years of age.
• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults and children in the community, including personal care and medication management.
• Support clients with a variety of mental health needs, including crisis prevention.
• Help clients achieve greater independence and wellbeing.

Skills

Experience as a Support Worker

Good command of spoken and written English

Crisis prevention skills

Job description

A care service provider in Leeds seeks a Mental Health Support Worker to assist adults and children with mental health needs. Responsibilities include providing personal care, medication management, and supporting clients to live independently. Candidates should have prior experience in a similar role and a good command of English. The position offers a competitive hourly rate and various benefits, including bonuses and wellbeing support.