Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield

Marva Group Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 26,114 - 31,917; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Guaranteed hours

Job security

Shift flexibility

Rotas in advance

Training & development

24/7 support

Holiday pot access

Career progression

Job summary

Marva Group Ltd in Chesterfield seeks a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker to assist young adults and children with mental health needs in the local community.

You will provide direct care, apply de-escalation techniques, support daily living activities, and maintain digital care plans while working with families, healthcare professionals, and MDTs to achieve positive outcomes. The role offers guaranteed hours and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young adults and children with mental health needs.
• Ability to document digital care plans and reports.
• UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and emotional support to service users.
• Apply de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
• Support daily living activities and community engagement.
• Maintain accurate digital care plans, incident reports and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with families, healthcare professionals and MDTs to achieve positive outcomes.

Skills

Empathy

Effective communication

De-escalation

Patience

Education

PMVA certificate

NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield

About the job Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield

Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £29,016 Per annum
Shift Pattern: 36 hours a week

Join Our Team as a Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield

Are you a dedicated and experienced Mental Health Support Worker looking for a rewarding role supporting young adults and children with mental health needs in the Chesterfield community? We are a leading care provider seeking compassionate, skilled professionals to deliver exceptional, person-centred care to individuals with mental health conditions and challenging behaviours.

This role is ideal for someone who is empathetic, patient and resilient, with a genuine passion for empowering clients to live fulfilling and independent lives at home.

What We Offer Our Care Team

We value our team and offer a rewarding package for this role in Bristol and surrounding areas:

• A competitive salary of £29,016 Per Annum
• Guaranteed hours contract
• Job security
• Additional shifts available
• Rotas 4 weeks in advance
• Ongoing training and development, including specialist clinical refreshers.
• Supportive management and clear career progression opportunities.
• Access to your holiday pot at any time, release the funds when you need it most.
• 24/7 support, always somebody on hand to advise and help

Your Responsibilities as a Mental Health Support Worker

In this vital health and social care role, you will support young adults and children with mental health needs to enhance their well-being and independence. Your key duties will include:

• Providing direct care and emotional support to adults with a range of mental health conditions.
• Applying de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and safely.
• Supporting daily living activities, including meal preparation, routines, and community engagement.
• Maintaining accurate digital care plans, incident reports, and risk assessments.
• Collaborating effectively with families, healthcare professionals, and multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) to ensure positive outcomes.

Essential Requirements for this Mental Health Support Role

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• A minimum of 12 months experience supporting young adults and children with mental health needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable young adults and children
• Confidence using digital care systems for documentation and reporting.
• Excellent communication skills with a calm and empathetic approach.
• Current PMVA certificate
• A valid UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (Right to Work documentation required)

Desirable Qualifications

• NVQ/QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (Mental Health)