Empowering Mental Health Support Worker - Supported Living

Thornbury Community Services; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pensions scheme

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing app

Job summary

Thornbury Community Services in Oswestry is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to empower eight individuals with mental health needs to live independently. You will provide person-centered support, help develop life skills, and promote wellbeing while working within a dedicated team in a supported living setting.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, encouraging community engagement and collaboration with families and professionals to achieve personal goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health, social care or support environments.
• Person-centered approach and genuine passion for helping others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable and positive in challenging situations.
• Commitment to promoting independence, dignity and choice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, person-centered support within supported living services.
• Promote independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
• Support individuals with daily living activities, health management and life skills.
• Encourage social engagement and participation within the local community.
• Build positive, trusted relationships that help people achieve their personal goals.
• Work collaboratively with families and other professionals to provide outstanding care.

Skills

Mental health experience

Person-centered approach

Communication skills

Adaptability

Independence promotion

Job description

Thornbury Community Services in Oswestry is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker to empower eight individuals with mental health needs to live independently. You will provide person-centered support, help develop life skills, and promote wellbeing while working within a dedicated team in a supported living setting.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality care, encouraging community engagement and collaboration with families and professionals to achieve personal goals.