Inpatient Support Worker

Central Recruitment Services Ltd; London Borough of Harrow; Sur place; GBP 22 000 - 29 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Central Training is working with a prominent mental health charity to recruit an Inpatient Support Worker for a Harrow service helping inpatients transition to community living. The role involves assisting with benefits, tenancy setup and life-skills development to support independent living.

The position is 28 hours per week (Tuesday–Friday, 08:00–16:00), on a fixed-term 6-month contract. The salary is £17.49 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay, with a valuable opportunity to impact patient

Qualifications

• Experience working with mental health patients from diverse backgrounds.
• Trauma-informed and person-centred support experience.
• Knowledge of Early Intervention, primary care, recovery, CRHT and social inclusion.
• Understanding discharge pathways and procedures for timely discharge.
• Awareness of Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and Human Rights Act.
• Strong organisational skills to manage a caseload and coordinate activities.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and professionals.

Responsabilités

• Work with the hospital discharge team to assess patient needs and develop a person-centred discharge plan.
• Act as a central point to coordinate discharge with the hospital team.
• Provide practical support (benefits, housing) and emotional support to patients and carers.
• Identify and manage risks to reduce readmission and ensure safe living environments.
• Advocate for patient needs during discharge planning.
• Connect patients with community services and support networks for ongoing needs.
• Lead a weekly wellbeing activity group for patients awaiting or ready for discharge.
• Maintain clear records of assessments, care plans and progress.

Connaissances

Mental health experience

Trauma-informed care

Discharge planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Description du poste

Central Training is working with a prominent mental health charity that provides crucial services and support to the local community.

Our client is currently recruiting an Inpatient Support Worker to work in the Harrow area at a service that provides support to inpatients transitioning from the hospital to community living. The role involves helping clients to set up benefits, manage tenancies and develop life skills to live independently.

• 28 hours per week
• Tuesday - Friday
• Shifts: 08:00 - 16:00
• Fixed term contract: 6 months
• £17.49 per hour (inclusive of holiday pay)

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people moving towards greater independence.

Key responsibilities:

• Work with the hospital discharge team to assess and understand patient needs, preferences, and risks to develop a comprehensive and person-centred discharge plan
• Act as a central point of conduct, coordinating with the hospital discharge team to deliver a joined-up approach to discharge
• Provide practical support (e.g., benefit claims, housing matters) and emotional support to the patient, their family, and carers to manage concerns and facilitate the transition to the community
• Identify and manage potential risks to reduce likelihood of readmission, ensuring the patient has a safe and sustainable living environment
• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences during discharge planning
• Connect patients with relevant community services, housing options, social care and voluntary organisations to meet their ongoing needs and promote recovery
• Lead a weekly wellbeing activity group supporting patients who are waiting or ready for discharge
• Maintain clear records of assessment, care plans, and progress, adhering to professional codes of conduct and organisational policies.

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with mental health patients from a range of diverse backgrounds
• Experience providing trauma informed and person-centred support
• Working knowledge of Early Intervention, primary Care, recovery, Crisis Resolution& Home Treatment (CRHT) approach and social inclusion
• An understanding of discharge pathways and procedures to support timely discharge and access to appropriate support services in the community
• An understanding of key legislation that may affect people with lived experience of mental health including the Mental Health Act, the Mental Capacity Act, Care Act and Human Rights Act
• Excellent organisational skills to manage a caseload, coordinate activities and ensure timely discharge
• The ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and a range of professionals whilst maintaining professional boundaries
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of supporting patients with housing and benefit forms, appointments and community visit