Mental Health Support Worker - Hertfordshire

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Cheshunt; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Support Worker for a fixed-term contract in Cheshunt. The role involves providing person-centred support to adults with mental health challenges, helping them develop skills for independent living. Successful candidates will join a supportive environment with opportunities for contract extension based on need and performance.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Comprehensive induction and handover

Opportunities for contract extension

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with mental health needs.
• A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored, strengths-based support to residents.
• Assist individuals in developing daily living skills and routines.
• Maintain accurate support plans and collaborate with local services.

Skills

Compassion

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Support Worker - Mental Health (Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Cheshunt, Hertfordshire
Contract Type: 2 - 3 months - possibility to extend
Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week (9:00am - 5:30pm)
Salary: £15-20 per hour
Driving Licence Required

Are you passionate about supporting people with mental health needs to live independently and thrive in their communities? We're looking for a dedicated Support Worker to join our team at a newly launching supported housing service in Cheshunt.

This new service will support adults with a mental health diagnosis to build the skills and confidence needed for independent living. The goal is to help residents progress toward moving on to their own homes within 3-5 years.

About the Role:
As a Support Worker, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred housing-related support. You will work with individuals to identify goals, develop life skills, and support their wellbeing. Your day-to-day work will be both rewarding and impactful as you empower residents to flourish in their community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver tailored, strengths-based support to residents

• Assist individuals in developing daily living skills, routines, and social confidence

• Encourage and enable clients to work towards greater independence and community engagement

• Work flexibly, including periods of lone working (a lone-working device will be provided)

• Maintain accurate support plans, risk assessments, and records

• Collaborate with local services and professionals to ensure holistic support

What We're Looking For:

• Experience working with adults with mental health needs

• A proactive, compassionate, and person-centred approach

• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider team

• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)

• Strong organisational and communication skills

What We Offer:

• Supportive working environment

• Comprehensive induction and handover

• Opportunities to extend the contract based on service need and performance

Join us in making a real difference in people's lives. Apply today to be part of this exciting new initiative in Cheshunt.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.