Mental Health Support Worker

Community Links; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking passionate Mental Health Support Workers to join their team in Leeds. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with individuals facing mental health challenges, providing them with the support needed to thrive in their communities. With a commitment to flexible working and a range of benefits, including extensive training and career development opportunities, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in mental health. Join a diverse team dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and contribute to the community.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Paid tailored training

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Employer contributory pension scheme

Incremental pay progression

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to Corporate Health Plan

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

Care workers discounts

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people in residential settings.
• Ability to build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals to promote independence in their community.
• Engage with various mental health professionals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Listening

Empathy

Relationship Building

Creative Approach

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker x3
Leeds (Various sites)
CL 7-11 £23,938 - £25,625 per annum
Full time
Permanent
Ref: INS1078063

We’re excited to promote 3 job opportunities in our services across Leeds, so if you’re looking for flexibility at work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This is a great starting point for those who want to enter a career in mental health as you come into contact with many different mental health professionals and more importantly those with lived experience. Many people in these roles develop the skills and experience to support a long career in mental health!

We have roles available at our locations in LS17 and LS10. You will be asked at interview to state your preferred location. We also offer a value of £75 per night for every sleep-in shift worked!

Do you have:

1. Experience of building and maintaining positive working relationships
2. Great interpersonal skills including listening and empathy
3. Experience of supporting people in residential settings to promote independence and thrive in their community
4. A creative and imaginative approach to working with people

Then we think this role would be great for you!

What’s in it for you?

1. Commitment to flexible working
2. Hybrid Working (where applicable)
3. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
4. Many learning and career development opportunities, with paid and tailored training
5. Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling and GP services.
6. Employer contributory pension scheme
7. Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits
8. Care workers discounts
9. Incremental pay progression
10. Access to our Employee Networks including People of Colour & LGBTQ+
11. Health and wellbeing opportunities
12. Cycle to Work Scheme
13. Access to Corporate Health Plan

We aim for our workforce to reflect the diverse and exciting region we serve and are also proudly and actively anti-racist. As such, you are expected to drive the agenda forward.

As an organisation, we believe people can only be at their best and thrive when they can be their authentic self!

For an informal chat about the role please contact Jess Adcock, or 077891853265.

We encourage you to apply early as your application will be reviewed as soon as it is received, and we reserve the right to close this job advert sooner subject to finding a suitable candidate.

Good Luck!

Closing Date: 23:59 Sunday 23rd February 2025
Interviews to be held on: Monday 10th March 2025