Mental Health Support Worker (Driver)

iBC Healthcare; Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health and social care provider as a Support Worker in Worcester. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable adults with complex needs. You will provide essential support, promote independence, and help individuals achieve their goals. The position includes full-time hours with a competitive pay rate and comprehensive training. If you are compassionate and dedicated, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Fully paid comprehensive training and induction programs

Career development and progression opportunities

Funded qualifications

Reward and recognition schemes

Blue Light Card

Free access to Udemy online courses

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance program

Enhanced paternity and maternity leave

Paid holidays (28 days including bank holidays)

Qualifications

• Experience in the care industry or equivalent is essential.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and conflict.

Responsibilities

• Support people with disabilities using person-centred approaches.
• Assist individuals to access community facilities and participate in community groups.
• Provide emotional and practical support.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Organization

Flexibility

IT Literacy

Education

Diplomas levels 2, 3, 4, & 5

Job description

Do you want a career making a real difference to vulnerable Adults with complex needs?

Are you looking for an employer who invests in their staff’s development and guarantees to provide all the support needed to excel daily?

If so, then look no further.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Support Worker to join our incredible Supported Living Service in WR2 4DZ.

Must have experience.

• Role: Support Worker
• Pay Rate: £12.40 Per Hour
• Shifts: Days
• Full-time - 42hrs

Duties Include

• Support people with disabilities, including those with profound and complex needs, using person-centred approaches to help achieve positive outcomes as outlined in their support plan.
• Basic daily duties include medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and paperwork.
• Provide emotional and practical support.
• Assist individuals to access community facilities and participate in community groups.
• Build strong relationships to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
• Empower individuals to learn new skills or pursue hobbies and interests.

Person Specifications

• Experience in the care industry, ICSs, or equivalent is essential.
• Experience with Mental Health Conditions, Complex Care, and Challenging Behaviours.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Good time management, organization, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• IT literacy.
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Compassionate, caring, and positive personality.
• Genuine passion for making a difference in people's lives.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and conflict.
• Team player and able to work independently.

Benefits When Working With IBC

• Competitive salary.
• Fully paid comprehensive training and induction programs.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Funded qualifications (Diplomas levels 2, 3, 4, & 5).
• Reward and recognition schemes, including Star Performer of the Month.
• Blue Light Card.
• Free access to Udemy online courses.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee assistance program.
• Enhanced paternity and maternity leave.
• Wellbeing support.
• Casual dress code.
• Paid holidays (28 days including bank holidays).

Who is iBC Healthcare?

• Leading health and social care provider in the Midlands, supporting individuals with learning disabilities, complex needs, autism, and mental health issues.
• Contracts with over 20 local authorities & ICB, developing bespoke care facilities.
• Committed to supporting people with disabilities to live meaningful lives through quality support and access to mainstream activities.
• Dedicated to listening, valuing, and supporting the goals and aspirations of our service users.
• Invests heavily in staff support and training to ensure high-quality care.
• Our recent staff survey shows 97% recommend IBC Health Care as a great workplace, and 93% intend to stay for the next 35 years.

If you're seeking a role with genuine job satisfaction, where you can make a real difference every day, please apply below.