Mental Health Support Worker – Acute/PICU Impact & Growth

Cygnet Group; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £13.15 per hour

Increasing to £13.45 after 3 months

Career progression opportunities

Expert supervision & support

Employee referral scheme

Pension scheme

"Cycle to work" scheme & employee-dis-

Blue Light Discount Scheme

Job summary

Cygnet Group is recruiting experienced Mental Health Support Workers to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury, helping deliver outstanding care in a 42-hour week with days, nights and weekend shifts. The hospital serves acute and PICU needs in the West Midlands, backed by an MDT and ongoing supervision.

We seek compassionate, resilient team players who communicate well and empower service users toward independence. DBS check is required; training is provided.

Qualifications

• Acute/PICU mental health setting experience required or 2+ years in mental health.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine compassion with resilience and energy for a stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care.
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support.
• Learn about individuals' specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way.
• Assist with medical & welfare needs.
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required.
• Safeguard all patients and visitors to the service.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all.
• Use innovative methods to improve patient care.

Skills

MH support experience

Excellent communication

Team player

Compassion & resilience

Job description

Cygnet Group is recruiting experienced Mental Health Support Workers to join our team at Cygnet Hospital Oldbury, helping deliver outstanding care in a 42-hour week with days, nights and weekend shifts. The hospital serves acute and PICU needs in the West Midlands, backed by an MDT and ongoing supervision.

We seek compassionate, resilient team players who communicate well and empower service users toward independence. DBS check is required; training is provided.