Mental Health Support Worker (Driver) - Flexible Shifts

Cera Care Ltd; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Free DBS

Mobile phone

Uniform provided

BH Extras platform

Blue Light Card

Discounts on driving

Maternity/paternity leave

Wellbeing support

Care Friends referrals

Job summary

Cera Care Ltd is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker in the Southend area to assist individuals with mental health conditions and past substance misuse. Training is provided, and there is a focus on de-escalation and compassionate care.

You will work as part of Home Healthcare Connected and help people achieve positive changes in their lives. Roles include supporting in crises, communicating effectively, and collaborating with healthcare and social services to ensure access to comprehensive

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Willingness to work shifts between 07:00 and 22:00 and on weekends on a rotation basis.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use active listening to understand needs.
• Comfort supporting people with mental health conditions and substance misuse histories.

Responsibilities

• Support people with mental health conditions and substance misuse histories to improve quality of life.
• De-escalate crisis situations using approved techniques and maintain a calm environment.
• Promote positive behaviour and respond to emergencies as part of the care team.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and social services to ensure access to full support services.
• Provide compassionate, patient, and respectful care, potentially including personal care elements.

Job description

Cera Care Ltd is seeking a Mental Health Support Worker in the Southend area to assist individuals with mental health conditions and past substance misuse. Training is provided, and there is a focus on de-escalation and compassionate care.

You will work as part of Home Healthcare Connected and help people achieve positive changes in their lives. Roles include supporting in crises, communicating effectively, and collaborating with healthcare and social services to ensure access to comprehensive