Mental Health Support Worker — Empower Recovery & Independence

Nottingham Community Housing Association Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Nottingham seeks a Support Worker to join their Care & Support team. This role involves providing face-to-face support to adults living with mental illness, promoting confidence and independent living skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mental health needs and effective communication skills. The position offers a supportive work environment along with benefits such as generous annual leave and healthcare support.

Benefits

37-hour working week

Generous annual leave

Healthcare cash plan

Help with bus and tram passes

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a difference.
• Calm and patient demeanor in challenging situations.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to adults living with mental illness.
• Help clients build confidence and emotional resilience.
• Maintain accurate records of support interactions.

Skills

Understanding of mental health needs

Effective communication with vulnerable adults

Organizational skills

Patience

Basic IT skills

Job description

A community-focused organization in Nottingham seeks a Support Worker to join their Care & Support team. This role involves providing face-to-face support to adults living with mental illness, promoting confidence and independent living skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mental health needs and effective communication skills. The position offers a supportive work environment along with benefits such as generous annual leave and healthcare support.