Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield

Marva Group Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Support Worker in Chesterfield. You will support young adults and children with mental health needs, enhancing their well-being and independence. Ideal candidates will have at least 12 months of relevant experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £29,016 per annum, guaranteed hours contract, and opportunities for ongoing training and career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Guaranteed hours contract

Job security

Ongoing training and development

24/7 support

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience supporting young adults and children with mental health needs.
• Experience managing challenging behaviours and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
• Confidence using digital care systems for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and emotional support to individuals with mental health conditions.
• Apply de-escalation techniques to manage challenging situations.
• Support daily living activities including meal preparation and routines.
• Maintain accurate digital care plans and reports.
• Collaborate with families and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Resilience

Ability to manage challenging behaviours

Digital care systems

Education

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

Job description

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 Chesterfield 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, health‑care 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)