Compassionate Home-Based Mental Health Support Worker

NHS Scotland; Melvich; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

NHS Highland 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 local communities, working with Community Mental Health Nurses and a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care.

The role involves practical and emotional support, assisting with care plans, promoting

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, empathy and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a community setting.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with mental health difficulties in their own homes and local communities.
• Collaborate with Community Mental Health Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery-focused care.
• Assist with care plans, promote self-management and early intervention.
• Provide administrative support as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

NHS Highland 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 local communities, working with Community Mental Health Nurses and a multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care.

The role involves practical and emotional support, assisting with care plans, promoting