Mental Health Support Worker

Care in Mind; Bromborough; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Care in Mind provides residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. In Bromborough, Wirral, the Mental Health Support Worker helps young people gain independence through education, household tasks and life skills, while recording progress in an online care system.

The role is full-time (37.5 hours) with shifts including early, late and occasional night work; comprehensive training is provided throughout employment, and the team supports a therapeutic approach in a busy residential

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care
• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs
• Full manual UK driving licence (essential)

Responsibilities

• Support young people to promote independence with education, household tasks and life skills.
• Update online care records and administer medications.
• Maintain tidiness and a homely environment within the home.

Job description

Job summary

Mental Health Support Worker, Young People
Bromborough, Wirral
£26227.50 - £27378.00 (Depending on experience)
Full Time 37.5 hours per week
Shift patterns will include :
Early - 7am - 3.30pm
Late - 2pm - 10.30pm
Early/late- 8am-7.30pm/10am-9.30pm
You may be required to cover Waking Night shifts on occasions for holiday/absence reasons; Waking Night - 8.30pm - 7.30am

Main duties of the job

• Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays


• DRIVER ONLY - WITH FULL MANUAL UK LICENCE


• Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays


• Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately


• Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)


• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others


• An ability to maintain a professional working boundary


• Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations

Desirable Criteria of a Support Worker

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Care


• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health need

About us

Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Company Benefits

• Minimum 30 days holiday.


• An additional day off each year for your birthday.


• Enhanced company sick pay.


• Enhanced company pension.


• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.


• Paid time off for fertility treatment.


• Life Assurance (2 x annual salary).


• Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts.


• Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.


• Free eye tests and various other benefits.


• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate).


• Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.


• We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer.


• We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.


• We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation.


• Long service awards.


• Social events including a Christmas party.


• Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts.


• Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral).


• Free onsite parking.

Job responsibilities

At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. Your role will involve working with our young people to promote independence through support with education, household tasks and general life skills. You will also update online care records and complete medication administration. In addition, you will be responsible for the general upkeep and tidiness of the home ensuring the young people live in homely environment.

Southfield House is a stunning 7-bedroom luxury home located in the charming town of Bromborough, within the metropolitan borough of Wirral, Merseyside. This spacious property blends historic character with modern living, featuring open-plan rooms, high ceilings, and large windows, creating a bright, airy environment. The home offers a front garden with parking, along with a large back garden perfect for outdoor activities, especially during the summer months. Southfield House is well-connected by public transport, making commuting and travel around the region convenient. Bromborough Train Station is approximately a 5-minute drive or 15-minute walk from the property. For local bus services, Bromborough is well-served with regular buses that connect the area to Birkenhead, as well as offering routes to Liverpool city centre. For drivers, the M53 motorway is easily accessible from Southfield House. Bromborough is a peaceful yet well-connected area with a variety of local amenities. Just a short distance from the house, Croft Retail and Leisure Park offers a wide selection of supermarkets, shops, cafes, and restaurants, ensuring all daily needs are met for our young people. Bromborough Village itself features local shops, pubs, and other essential services, while healthcare needs are served by Bromborough Health Centre and other medical facilities in the area. The area offers several beautiful parks and green spaces. Wirral Country Park is just a short drive away, providing scenic walking trails, cycling routes, and nature reserves.

Previous care experience is not essential,and full training will be provided. You will receive ongoing support and mentoring from our friendly residential and clinical team.

The job is highly rewarding and a great start to developing your career working with young people or enhancing your previous experience of mental health with the opportunity for excellent career development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Do you have any formal qualifications in care?

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a team


• An understanding of the issues young people face

Skills

Essential

• Good written communication skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately


• IT skills and the ability to write emails and use Microsoft office


• Do you hold a full manual UK clean driving license? This must be a manual licence.

Other

Essential

• Able to work shifts (including weekends, bank holidays where required to complete any necessary training)


• Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.