Mental Health Support Worker - Wirral

Lifeways; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive care organization in Wirral is seeking Mental Health Support Workers to provide emotional and behavioural support, enhance daily living skills, and promote independence. Flexible full-time shifts are available, and Lifeways offers comprehensive training and various employee benefits including wellness programs. A DBS check will be conducted, funded by the organization. Apply now for a rewarding career in care.

Benefits

£200 for successful referrals

10% discount at B&Q

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym discounts

DBS check paid for

8 paid training days yearly

Access to qualifications & apprenticeships

3% employer pension contribution

Eye care & health cash plans

Qualifications

• Heart for helping others live independently and with dignity.
• Flexible to work between Monday–Sunday.
• Experience as a Support Worker is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Offer emotional and behavioral support.
• Create a safe and empowering environment.
• Support daily living skills and personal goals.
• Promote hygiene, wellbeing, and independence.
• Communicate with families and carers.
• Manage medication and budgeting.
• Adapt to varied, meaningful daily tasks.

Skills

Emotional support

Behavioral support

Daily living skills

Communication

Medication management

Job description

You're not justanyone.

And this isn’t justanyjob.

Job Description

Join Lifeways and help shape brighter futures in your community.

Lifeways – Specialist Support Services | Supporting lives since 1995

Are you ready to make a real difference? At Lifeways, we believe that every person deserves the chance to live life to the fullest—and that starts with you. We're currently recruiting Mental Health Support Workers to join our passionate team at our independent living services in Wirral.

Shift Details : ?

• Full-time (36 hrs / week)
• 08.00am–23.00pm + Sleeps

(Applicants must be flexible to work between Monday–Sunday)

Why Lifeways?

Feel Valued

• £200 for successful referrals
• 10% off at B&Q for all team members
• Eligible for the Blue Light Card – discounts on shopping, food, days out & more
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Up to £1,000
• Gym discounts – Save up to £192 a year

Be Supported

• DBS paid for
• 8 paid days of training per year
• Access to qualifications & apprenticeships
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Eye care & health cash plans

Have Impact

• Help individuals achieve personal goals
• Promote choice, dignity, and respect
• Be part of a close-knit, caring team

At our mental health services on Wirral, people come together as a community. People benefit from a vibrant network of staff and friends, as well as enjoying their independence, peace and quiet when they need it too. People who live here enjoy a variety of activities including walking, shopping, cooking, bingo, listening to music, watching television, volunteering, gardening, swimming, football, cricket and being in the community.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Offering emotional and behavioural support
• Creating a safe, empowering environment
• Supporting daily living skills and personal goals
• Promoting hygiene, wellbeing, and independence
• Communicating with families and carers
• Managing medication and budgeting
• Adapting to varied, meaningful daily tasks

“At Rake Lane, people feel valued and supported. There is a very sociable and happy atmosphere - everyone enjoys sitting in the garden together in the summer.” Manager, Rake Lane

We’re Looking For

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or new to care, if you have a heart for helping others live independently and with dignity, we’ll give you the training, tools, and support to thrive.

All applicants will complete a DBS check— paid for by Lifeways.

Real Impact. Real Growth. Real You.

Apply today and start a career that truly cares.

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT OFFER SPONSORSHIP