Mental Health Support Worker

Independence Support Ltd; Middlewich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative social care organization in Middlewich, England, seeks dedicated individuals to join their team. You will provide person-centered support to empower those with complex mental health needs, assisting with daily living tasks and promoting independence. Full and part-time positions are available with a focus on creating a supportive community. Shifts vary, and no sponsorship is offered.

Qualifications

• Passion for helping others and enabling them to live independently.
• Ability to work flexible hours including day and night shifts.
• Experience in providing emotional and practical support.

Responsibilities

• Support medication management.
• Teach and encourage life skills.
• Assist with daily living tasks.
• Facilitate community access and engagement.
• Provide emotional support.
• Help manage tenancies.

Skills

Flexible

Compassionate

Committed

Ability to teach life skills

Job description

Overview

Looking for a job in social care? Join Independence Support Ltd (ISL) and make a Real Difference in People’s Lives!

At ISL, based in Middlewich, Cheshire, we operate a supported living project dedicated to empowering individuals with complex mental health needs. Our service supports 17 people in self-contained apartments, enhanced by the latest assistive technology. We aim to support individuals to live as independently and confidently as possible.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Positive: We support and encourage everyone to be the best they can be.
• Responsive: We listen carefully and act swiftly to meet needs.
• Courageous: We face challenges head-on and never shy away from difficult situations.
• Inclusive: We embrace diversity and value the unique contributions of every individual.

Are you passionate about helping others?

We’re looking for flexible, compassionate, and committed people who want to make a meaningful impact every day. If you believe in enabling others to live their best lives, achieve their true potential, and thrive in a supportive community, this could be the role for you.

What you’ll do

You will provide outcome-focused, person-centered support that promotes independence and maximises opportunities for the people we support. Your role will include:

• Supporting with medication management
• Teaching and encouraging life skills
• Assisting with daily living tasks
• Facilitating community access and engagement
• Providing emotional support
• Helping manage tenancies
• Liaising with other healthcare professionals to ensure clients receive the best possible support

Who we’re looking for

We need full-time (37.5 hours) and part-time (23.5 hours) staff ready to work across day and night shifts, working around a 7-day rota. Full induction is provided. The shifts range from 8-8 day and night, 10am-6pm, 10am-10pm.

Additional Information

• All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
• Please note: we do not offer sponsorship, and currently, there are no bank or 20 hour contracts available