Mental Health Support Worker

Search; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking experienced Support Workers to aid individuals with mental health difficulties and learning disabilities. The role requires flexibility in shifts, and candidates with relevant experience and MAPA/PMVA training are highly encouraged to apply. This position offers competitive rates and various benefits, including a flexible work schedule and free DBS checks.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive hourly rates

Free DBS check

Free uniform

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in the mental health sector.
• Ability to provide 2 years of employment references.
• Experience with learning difficulties and autism.

Responsibilities

• Support vulnerable service users in their daily routines.
• Assist individuals with severe mental health difficulties and learning disabilities.

Skills

Compassion

Supportive Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

MAPA/PMVA training

Job description

Support Worker

Search Healthcare is working with a nationally recognized healthcare provider to source experienced support workers for mental health units. The role involves supporting vulnerable service users in their daily routines.

The Role:

The primary focus is supporting individuals with severe mental health difficulties and learning disabilities. The position requires flexible shift work, including regular weekend shifts. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of previous experience as a support worker, particularly with mental health or learning difficulties. Candidates with MAPA/PMVA training are especially encouraged to apply.

What we are looking for in you:

• Passionate about helping others and capable of supporting and encouraging individuals to reach their full potential.
• Committed to valuing and enabling people with disabilities to take control of their lives.
• Aiming to build a fulfilling career in social care, making a positive difference in the lives of those supported.
• At least 6 months experience in the mental health sector.
• Ability to provide 2 years of employment references.
• MAPA or PMVA training.

Must have experience with learning difficulties and autism.

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements around existing commitments.
• Competitive hourly rates and holiday entitlement.
• Free DBS check.
• Free uniform.

If you meet the above criteria, please contact us as soon as possible at (phone number removed) to register your details, or send your CV to (url removed). If selected, you will be invited for an interview.

Search is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.