Mental Health Support Worker

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A community health services provider in Barnsley is looking for committed Community Support Workers. You will assist clients in daily living activities, offer companionship, and help with medication and meal preparation. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a caring nature. This role offers competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling with training provided.

Benefits

28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Health & wellbeing programme

Pension Scheme

On-site parking

Discount programs via Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• A caring and compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Administering or prompting medication as per care plans.
• Engaging with clients, reducing loneliness, and providing reassurance.
• Preparing nutritious meals and helping clients eat if required.
• Supporting clients with moving around safely, including hoisting and repositioning.
• Helping with light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping.
• Assisting with shopping, prescription collection, or attending medical appointments.
• Observing changes in health and well-being and reporting concerns.
• Encouraging clients to do as much as they can for themselves.
• Developing a trusting relationship with clients and their families.
• Assisting clients with washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Caring nature

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Job description

Overview

Join Our award winning Mental Health Team - Enabling people with disabilities to lead a fulfilling life

Position: Community Support Worker (a number of posts available due to expansion)

Salary: £13.21 per hour including £1 enhancement

Hours: 8.30 – 6.30 including alternate weekends required (may fluctuate as per needs of the service)

Mileage: paid at 35p per mile

Holiday: 28 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Monthly, quarterly, and yearly recognition programs to celebrate your hard work and dedication

Access to Blue Light Card to enjoy discounts in stores and save on your everyday expenses.

Comprehensive training to get you started. Full in-house training and online refreshments available.

Our extensive 12-week induction and ongoing support will help you gain confidence and experience the rewarding feeling of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

We actively seek and implement staff feedback to continually improve our work environment and practices.

Health & wellbeing programme, Pension Scheme, On-site parking

Requirements / Criteria

Criteria to be met:

• Alternate weekends on a rolling rota.
• Full and part time staff required
• Driver preferred but not essential
• Experience preferred but not essential as life experience is important
• Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral

Driving license and access to a vehicle – Preferred but not essential for all roles

The right to work in the UK, sponsorship can't be offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Medication Support – Administering or prompting medication as per care plans.
• Companionship & Emotional Support – Engaging with clients, reducing loneliness, and providing reassurance.
• Meal Preparation & Feeding Assistance – Preparing nutritious meals and helping clients eat if required.
• Mobility Assistance – Supporting clients with moving around safely, including hoisting and repositioning if necessary.
• Household Tasks – Helping with light housekeeping, laundry, and shopping to maintain a comfortable home environment.
• Running Errands – Assisting with shopping, prescription collection, or attending medical appointments.
• Monitoring & Reporting – Observing changes in health and well-being and reporting concerns to supervisors or healthcare professionals.
• Promoting Independence – Encouraging clients to do as much as they can for themselves while offering appropriate support.
• Building Relationships – Developing a trusting relationship with clients and their families, ensuring a person-centred approach to care.
• Providing Personal Care – Assisting clients with washing, dressing, toileting, and grooming while maintaining their dignity and independence may be required.

Desired Qualifications & Skills

• A caring and compassionate nature with a genuine desire to help others.
• A strong sense of duty of care and commitment to clients’ well-being.
• Excellent communication and listening skills to engage with clients and families.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Reliability, patience, and a positive attitude.
• A willingness to learn and adapt to individual care needs.
• Driving license and access to a vehicle – Preferred but not essential for all roles
• The right to work in the UK, sponsorship can't be offered.