Mental Health Support Worker - Community & Independence

Priory Group; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

IPD sponsorship / development

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Access to development opportunities

Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health)

Laptop / tablet / smartphone

Job summary

Priory Supported Living Hull and East Riding offers a supported living environment for individuals with a range of needs. A Support Worker role is available in HU7, supporting 12 people on their recovery journey from complex mental health conditions.

You will provide personal care, help with daily living tasks, and promote independence within the community setting, while maintaining records and building strong relationships with service users and families.

Qualifications

• A caring and respectful approach to supporting others.
• Ability to work flexibly and think innovatively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to upholding professional standards, policies, and procedures.
• Experience in care or support work (desirable, but not essential training provided).

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support with daily living tasks.
• Encourage and assist participation in activities and community life.
• Support service users in achieving their personal outcomes in the way they choose.
• Maintain accurate records, care plans, charts, and daily notes.
• Build positive relationships with service users, families, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Uphold safety, security, and confidentiality in line with policies and regulations.
• Act as a key worker for individuals, helping them to set goals and track progress.
• Promote choice, independence, and involvement at all times.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing ideas and suggestions.

Skills

Caring approach

Communication

Flexibility

Professional standards

Experience in care

Job description

Priory Supported Living Hull and East Riding offers a supported living environment for individuals with a range of needs. A Support Worker role is available in HU7, supporting 12 people on their recovery journey from complex mental health conditions.

You will provide personal care, help with daily living tasks, and promote independence within the community setting, while maintaining records and building strong relationships with service users and families.