Empowering Mental Health Support Worker – 42-Hour Week

Cygnet; Meadowfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

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Job summary

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll work 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts, both day and night shifts) to make a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator and good team player.
• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Sensitive and intuitive with energy to provide a trusting, stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Support management and team in day-to-day running of the service.
• Ensure duties are allocated effectively and safely.
• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all people in our care.
• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support.
• Learn about individuals’ specific needs and provide help in the most appropriate way.
• Assist with medical & welfare needs and report as required.
• Safeguard.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for all.

Job description

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.

We are looking for a confident Support Worker with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll work 42 hours a week (12 hour shifts, both day and night shifts) to make a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Appletree.