Mental Health Support Worker

Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker in Bournemouth. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in care and experience in working with clients, willing to engage in personal development and health interventions. This role offers vital support to individuals and promotes well-being across communities.

Qualifications

• Willingness to undertake Continuing Personal Development.
• Willingness to complete relevant physical health checks and interventions training.

Responsibilities

• Experience of working with clients, the public, or both.
• Knowledge of physical/mental health conditions and NHS Long Term Plan.

Skills

I.T and care record/data entry skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in care

Job description

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Mental Health Support Worker, Bournemouth

Client: Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group

Location: Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 38aacf140c56

Job Views: 5

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

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Person specification

Education, Qualification and Training

Essential criteria

• NVQ Level 3 in care, or equivalent qualification or level of experience
• Willingness to undertake Continuing Personal Development
• Willingness to complete relevant physical health checks and interventions training

Experience

Essential criteria

• Experience of working with clients, the public, or both

Desirable criteria

• Experience of mental health (as worker, carer, or own experience)
• Experience of working in physical health care settings

Knowledge

Desirable criteria

• Knowledge of physical/mental health conditions and/or the NHS Long Term Plan for health inequalities

Skills

Essential criteria

• I.T and care record/data entry skills

Desirable criteria

• Existing skills in physical health, e.g., phlebotomy, or promoting health change, e.g., motivational interviewing or coaching (formal or non-formal)