Mental Health Support Worker | Care Planning & Risk Assessments

Sellick Partnership; Tolvaddon Downs; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sellick Partnership are recruiting on behalf of an organisation for a Support Worker focused on mental health and alcohol & substance misuse. The position is full-time, temporary ongoing, based in Truro, Cornwall, with shifts between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday.

The role offers £15.34 per hour and supports flexible, dynamic care delivery in a busy environment. You will work to support individuals, complete risk assessments, maintain records, and collaborate with teams while staying resilient

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS checked (Essential).
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle (Essential).

Responsibilities

• Understand individual support needs and contribute to effective support plans.
• Confidently complete risk assessments and manage identified risks.
• Communicate clearly and build strong, positive relationships.
• Maintain accurate records and use digital systems efficiently.
• Work independently when required and collaborate well within a team.
• Remain flexible and able to adjust to changing demands.
• Stay focused under pressure and meet required deadlines.
• Show resilience and adapt well to challenges.
• Maintain a friendly, positive approach, even in difficult situations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Risk assessment

Record keeping

Teamwork

Flexible/adaptable

Resilience under pressure

Job description

Sellick Partnership are recruiting on behalf of an organisation for a Support Worker focused on mental health and alcohol & substance misuse. The position is full-time, temporary ongoing, based in Truro, Cornwall, with shifts between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Sunday.

The role offers £15.34 per hour and supports flexible, dynamic care delivery in a busy environment. You will work to support individuals, complete risk assessments, maintain records, and collaborate with teams while staying resilient