Mental Health Support Worker — Build a New Flagship Service

Northern Healthcare; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking at most services

Free Enhanced DBS check

Blue Light Card and discounts

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Northern Healthcare is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker for our new flagship service in Knowsley. You will support adults on their recovery journey in a modern, purpose-built environment, developing living skills and promoting independence. Training starts day one with continuous development and progression opportunities.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£12.91) with enhanced overtime and a comprehensive benefits package as the service grows and evolves to meet client needs.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for compassionate, reliable and committed individuals.
• Experience in care, support work or mental health services, or a Health & Social Care Level 2/3 is desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; two satisfactory references covering the previous three years.
• Ability to complete an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by Northern Healthcare).

Responsibilities

• Develop everyday living skills for the people we support.
• Prepare meals and cook independently.
• Manage appointments and medication for individuals.
• Maintain the home and assist with household tasks.
• Build budgeting and money management skills.
• Support access to education, employment, volunteering and community activities.
• Build confidence, resilience and independence.
• Promote emotional wellbeing and recovery.

Skills

Person-centred care

Care experience

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Health & Social Care level 2/3

Job description

Northern Healthcare is recruiting a Mental Health Support Worker for our new flagship service in Knowsley. You will support adults on their recovery journey in a modern, purpose-built environment, developing living skills and promoting independence. Training starts day one with continuous development and progression opportunities.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£12.91) with enhanced overtime and a comprehensive benefits package as the service grows and evolves to meet client needs.